Zutendaal Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 45m 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 Zutendaal Air Base
Zutendaal Air Base is a reserve Belgian Air Force base, located 6.4 km east-southeast of Genk (Limburg), approximately 80 km east-northeast of Brussels.
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Live weather
EBSLNOTAMs
EBSLReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 9,777 ft / 2,980 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KLEINE BROGEL TMA 3 | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| CTA EAST 3 BRUSSELS CONTROL | Class C | CTA | FL055 | FL195 |
| LOWER CTA BRUSSELS MINUS LUXEMBOURG AND SEA | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LOW FLYING AREA GOLF 2 NORTH | Special use | Gliding sector | FL055 | FL075 |
| ZUTENDAAL | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| EB-R05C HELCHTEREN DOWNWIND | Special use | Restricted | 2850 ft MSL | FL050 |
| EB-R49 ZUTENDAAL | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| LOW FLYING AREA GOLF 1 | Special use | Gliding sector | 4500 ft MSL | FL055 |
| TRA NA - TRA NORTH ALPHA | Special use | Restricted | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Belgium airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOVEM | 9.7 nm | 194° | Compulsory |
| KURIN | 11.5 nm | 268° | Compulsory |
| SOUTH | 11.5 nm | 284° | Compulsory |
| ECHO | 13.2 nm | 229° | Compulsory |
| KINRO | 13.7 nm | 032° | Compulsory |
| EAST | 13.8 nm | 015° | Compulsory |
| ECHO | 16.3 nm | 171° | Compulsory |
| WEST | 18.3 nm | 305° | Compulsory |
| FOXHE | 18.6 nm | 204° | Compulsory |
| ROMEO | 18.7 nm | 218° | 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 | 656 ft | 295 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 233 ft | — |
| VRT Zendmast Genk | 656 ft | 282 ft | — |
| Windturbine Terril Winterslag ZUID | 610 ft | 230 ft | — |
| Windturbine Kruisbosstraat 5 | 492 ft | 164 ft | — |
| Windturbine Kalvarieberg 1 | 492 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Windturbine Kruisbosstraat 4 | 492 ft | 151 ft | — |
| Windturbine Taunusweg 1 | 492 ft | 161 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Zutendaal Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Zutendaal Air Base?
The ICAO code for Zutendaal Air Base is EBSL.
Where is Zutendaal Air Base located?
Zutendaal Air Base is small airport located in Zutendaal, Belgium, at an elevation of 312 ft (95 m).
How many runways does Zutendaal Air Base have?
Zutendaal Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 9,777 ft / 2,980 m.
What time zone is Zutendaal Air Base in?
Zutendaal Air Base is in the Europe/Brussels time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Zutendaal Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Zutendaal Air Base is approximately 2.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Zutendaal Air Base?
The nearest airport to Zutendaal Air Base is Genk Zwartberg Airfield (EBZW), about 4.7 nm to the nnw, followed by Maastricht Aachen Airport and Kiewit Airfield Hasselt.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Zutendaal Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.