Drachten Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 16h 31m 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 Drachten Airfield
Drachten Airfield is a small general aviation airfield in the Netherlands located in the province of Friesland, 1 NM northeast of Drachten. It has one runway, 07/25, with an asphalt/concrete surface and a length of 950 m (3,117 ft). Customs services are available upon request to allow international flights.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EHDRLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 2,395 ft / 730 m | 79 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| FIS | Dutch MIL Info | 132.350 MHz |
| INFO | Drachten Radio | 119.655 MHz |
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIEUW MILLIGEN CTA NORTH | Class A | CTA | FL055 | FL195 |
| CTA EHAM E1 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| NIEUW MILLIGEN TMA A | Class B | TMA | FL065 | FL195 |
| NIEUW MILLIGEN TMA B | Class D | TMA | FL055 | FL065 |
| EHTRA 10B | Class E | TRA | FL065 | FL095 |
| EHTRA 10A | Class E | TRA | FL095 | FL660 |
| RTMZ NORTH SEA AREA | Class G | RMZ | GND | FL055 |
| TMZ B1 | Special use | TMZ | 1200 ft MSL | FL065 |
| TMZ A | Special use | TMZ | 1200 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EHAA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Netherlands airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmolen "De Boerenzwaluw\ | 131 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Drachten Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Drachten Airfield?
The ICAO code for Drachten Airfield is EHDR.
Where is Drachten Airfield located?
Drachten Airfield is small airport located in Drachten, Netherlands, at an elevation of 14 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Drachten Airfield have?
Drachten Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 2,395 ft / 730 m.
What time zone is Drachten Airfield in?
Drachten Airfield is in the Europe/Amsterdam time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Drachten Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Drachten Airfield is approximately 3.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Drachten Airfield?
The nearest airport to Drachten Airfield is Leeuwarden Air Base (LWR), about 14.8 nm to the wnw, followed by Groningen Airport Eelde and Veendam Glidersite.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Drachten Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.