Celle Army Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Celle Army Airfield
Celle Air Base German: Heeresflugplatz Celle (ICAO: ETHC) is a military airbase of the German Army. The airfield is situated southwest of the city of Celle, Lower Saxony, Germany. It was opened in 1934 and has been in military use ever since. Today the aerodrome is used by a helicopter training school, a helicopter liaison and reconnaissance squadron and a helicopter maintenance unit utilising the type Bölkow Bo-105. Until the end of World War II the airfield operated under the name of Fliegerhorst Celle-Wietzenbruch (Air Base Celle-Wietzenbruch). During Allied occupation it was known as RAF Celle. On 28 July 1967 the base was given the additional name Immelmann-Kaserne (Immelmann-Barracks).
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ETHCLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 6,007 ft / 1,831 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | RADAR | 130.500 MHz |
| A/G | A/G RDO | 40.600 MHz |
| ACC | BREMEN CON | 131.325 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 40.600 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HANNOVER | Class C | TMA | FL065 | FL100 |
| HANNOVER | Class D | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| CTR CELLE | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| HANNOVER | Class D | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| HANNOVER A | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| TMZ-EDDV HX-EAST XPDR A4676 | Class E | TMZ | FL075 | FL100 |
| TMZ-EDDV HX-EAST XPDR A4676 | Class E | TMZ | FL065 | FL100 |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| EDWW | 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 | 463 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 463 ft | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 463 ft | 223 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 463 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 463 ft | 190 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 463 ft | 144 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 463 ft | 167 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 463 ft | 190 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Celle Army Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Celle Army Airfield?
The ICAO code for Celle Army Airfield is ETHC.
Where is Celle Army Airfield located?
Celle Army Airfield is medium airport located in Celle, Germany, at an elevation of 129 ft (39 m).
How many runways does Celle Army Airfield have?
Celle Army Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 6,007 ft / 1,831 m.
What time zone is Celle Army Airfield in?
Celle Army Airfield is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Celle Army Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Celle Army Airfield is approximately 4.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Celle Army Airfield?
The nearest airport to Celle Army Airfield is Großes Moor Airfield (DE-0100), about 3.3 nm to the s, followed by Scheuen Airfield and Celle-Arloh Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Celle Army Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.