Schotten Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 33m 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 Schotten Airfield
Das Segelfluggelände Schotten liegt im Mittelgebirge Vogelsberg am Rande des Berges Hoherodskopf in der Gemarkung der Stadt Schotten. Der Flugplatz wird durch den Aero Club Schotten betrieben.
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.
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| EDGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 610 ft | 1,539 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 610 ft | 1,604 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 610 ft | 1,555 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 610 ft | 1,624 ft | — |
| Sendeturm Hoherodskopf | 472 ft | 2,513 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 453 ft | 1,089 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 449 ft | 1,050 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 449 ft | 1,076 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Schotten Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Schotten Airfield located?
Schotten Airfield is small airport located in Schotten, Germany, at an elevation of 1,678 ft (511 m).
What time zone is Schotten Airfield in?
Schotten Airfield is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Schotten Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Schotten Airfield is approximately 3.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Schotten Airfield?
The nearest airport to Schotten Airfield is Hoherodskopf Airfield (DE-0149), about 3.6 nm to the se, followed by Gedern Glider Field and Nidda Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Schotten Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.