Kaufbeuren Air Base
Daylight today(Oct 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 51m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Kaufbeuren Air Base
Kaufbeuren Air Base is a German Air Force military airbase. It is currently the home of the Luftwaffe Technical School 1.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALPINE AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL130 |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| LAUPHEIM A | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| MUENCHEN | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| ALPINE AREA FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL130 |
| EDMM | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| EDGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHISKEY | 6.7 nm | 104° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 10.4 nm | 109° | Compulsory |
| NOVEMBER | 10.5 nm | 083° | Compulsory |
| ECHO | 12.8 nm | 096° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 14.2 nm | 280° | Compulsory |
| NOVEMBER2 | 19.2 nm | 304° | Compulsory |
| NOVEMBER1 | 20.9 nm | 312° | Compulsory |
| ECHO | 23 nm | 037° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 443 ft | 2,825 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 443 ft | 2,782 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,904 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,864 ft | — |
| Haarberg Mitte | — | 2,956 ft | — |
| Haarberg Nord | — | 2,936 ft | — |
| Fuchsbau Süd | — | 2,861 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,953 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kaufbeuren Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kaufbeuren Air Base located?
Kaufbeuren Air Base is small airport located in Kaufbeuren, Germany, at an elevation of 2,400 ft (732 m).
What time zone is Kaufbeuren Air Base in?
Kaufbeuren Air Base is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kaufbeuren Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kaufbeuren Air Base is approximately 4.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kaufbeuren Air Base?
The nearest airport to Kaufbeuren Air Base is Bad Wörishofen (Nord) Airfield (EDNH), about 9.3 nm to the n, followed by Bad Wörishofen Glider Airfield and Altenstadt Army Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kaufbeuren Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.