Büren Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 36m 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 Büren Airfield
Das Segelfluggelände Büren/Am Schwalenberg ist ein Segelfluggelände am Schwalenberg zwischen Büren und Keddinghausen, etwa zwei Kilometer vom Stadtzentrum der ostwestfälischen Stadt im Kreis Paderborn entfernt.
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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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(12)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR PADERBORN | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| PADERBORN | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| TMZ-EDLP XPDR A6102 | Class E | TMZ | 2500 ft MSL | FL060 |
| TMZ-EDLP XPDR A6102 | Class E | TMZ | 3500 ft MSL | FL060 |
| EDWW | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| ED-R203A TRA-MUENSTERLAND MON-FRI | Special use | Restricted | FL080 | FL150 |
| BUEREN 1A | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| BUEREN 2 | Special use | Gliding sector | 2500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| LFA 3 NORDHESSEN | Special use | Type 25 | 250 ft GND | 500 ft GND |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHISKEY2 | 2.5 nm | 084° | Compulsory |
| WHISKEY1 | 2.9 nm | 132° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 5.9 nm | 063° | Compulsory |
| NOVEMBER | 6.8 nm | 347° | Compulsory |
| HOTEL | 7.4 nm | 065° | Compulsory |
| BRAVO | 7.9 nm | 309° | Compulsory |
| ECHO | 9.4 nm | 009° | 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 | 787 ft | 1,821 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 787 ft | 1,765 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 787 ft | 1,745 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 787 ft | 1,821 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 1,663 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 1,722 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 1,703 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 1,634 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Büren Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Büren Airfield located?
Büren Airfield is small airport located in Büren, Germany, at an elevation of 920 ft (280 m).
What time zone is Büren Airfield in?
Büren Airfield is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Büren Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Büren Airfield is approximately 3.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Büren Airfield?
The nearest airport to Büren Airfield is Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD), about 4.4 nm to the nne, followed by Brilon-Hochsauerland Airfield and Paderborn-Haxterberg Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Büren Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.