Karlsruhe-Forchheim Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 35m 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 Karlsruhe-Forchheim Airport
Der Flugplatz Karlsruhe-Forchheim war bis zum Jahr 2000 der Flugplatz der Stadt Karlsruhe und diente der allgemeinen Luftfahrt. Er lag südlich der Stadt auf dem Gebiet des Rheinstettener Stadtteils Forchheim. Tower und Hangars sind mittlerweile abgerissen und die Messe Karlsruhe befindet sich auf dem Gelände. Ein Teil der asphaltierten Start- und Landebahn ist noch zu erkennen.
Summary from Wikipedia 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(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KARLSRUHE | Class D | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| FRANKFURT | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| EDGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| RHEINSTETTEN | Special use | Gliding sector | 3500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| 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.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROMEO | 9.6 nm | 206° | Compulsory |
| NOVEMBER | 12.9 nm | 237° | Compulsory |
| ECHO | 15.7 nm | 205° | Compulsory |
| WHISKEY | 16.1 nm | 234° | Compulsory |
| BRAVO | 19.6 nm | 209° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 22.2 nm | 222° | 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 | 768 ft | 427 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 764 ft | 348 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 689 ft | 335 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 689 ft | 427 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 679 ft | 335 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 679 ft | 358 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 679 ft | 354 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 679 ft | 371 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Karlsruhe-Forchheim Airport located?
Karlsruhe-Forchheim Airport is closed located in Rheinstetten, Germany, at an elevation of 381 ft (116 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Karlsruhe-Forchheim Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.