S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 49m 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 S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield
S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airport (S. Dariaus ir S. Girėno aerodromas) (ICAO: EYKS), also known as Aleksotas Airport (Aleksoto aerodromas), is a small airport located in Aleksotas district of Kaunas, Lithuania, about 3 kilometres south-west from city centre. On May 6, 1993, the airport was named after the Lithuanian pilots Steponas Darius and Stasys Girėnas, who perished in a crash near the end of an attempted non-stop flight from New York to Lithuania in 1933.
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Live weather
EYKSLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09R / 27L | 2,756 ft / 840 m | 197 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
| 09L / 27R | 2,756 ft / 840 m | 197 ft | Grass Or Earth Not Graded Or Rolled | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AAS | ALEKSOTAS INFO | 135.500 MHz |
| APP | KAUNAS APCH | 124.200 MHz |
| INFO | KAUNAS INFO | 124.600 MHz |
| TWR | KAUNAS TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR KAUNAS | Class C | CTR | GND | 1200 ft MSL |
| TMA KAUNAS B | Class C | TMA | 3000 ft MSL | FL095 |
| TMA KAUNAS A | Class C | TMA | 1200 ft MSL | FL095 |
| TMA KAUNAS C | Class C | TMA | FL065 | FL095 |
| ATZ KAUNAS | Class G | ATZ | GND | 1200 ft MSL |
| ATZ ALEKSOTAS | Class G | ATZ | GND | 1200 ft MSL |
| EY-TSA2A | Special use | TSA | 1200 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| EYVL FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Lithuania airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 843 ft | 233 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 804 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 781 ft | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 781 ft | 190 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 210 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 207 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 177 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 200 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield?
The ICAO code for S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield is EYKS.
Where is S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield located?
S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield is small airport located in Kaunas, Lithuania, at an elevation of 246 ft (75 m).
How many runways does S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield have?
S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield has 2 runways, the longest being 2,756 ft / 840 m.
What time zone is S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield in?
S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield is in the Europe/Vilnius time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield is approximately 8.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield?
The nearest airport to S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield is Dievogala Airstrip (LT-0029), about 5 nm to the wsw, followed by Kaunas International Airport and Pociūnai Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.