Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 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 Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase
Nordholz Naval Airbase (German: Fliegerhorst Nordholz) (IATA: FCN, ICAO: ETMN) is a German Naval Air base located near the town of Nordholz in Lower Saxony, 25 km north of Bremerhaven, and 12 km southwest of Cuxhaven. It is the home of Naval Air Command (Marinefliegerkommando), with Naval Air Wing 3 (Marinefliegergeschwader 3) and Naval Air Wing 5 (Marinefliegergeschwader 5), equipped with the P-3C Orion, Dornier 228NG, Mk88A Sea Lynx and Mk41 Sea King (last flight August 31, 2024), replaced by NH 90 Sea Lion.
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Live weather
ETMNLive 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 | 8,002 ft / 2,439 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 125.100 MHz |
| AFIS | Langen Information | 128.525 MHz |
| TWR | Nordholz Tower / Turm | 131.265 MHz |
| TWR | Nordholz Tower | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(12)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR NORDHOLZ | Class D | CTR | GND | 2600 ft MSL |
| TMZ ETMN HX A4460 | Class E | TMZ | 1500 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| FRIESLAND | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| TMZ ETMN HX A4460 | Class E | TMZ | 1000 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| RMZ ETMN-GLIDER HX | Special use | RMZ | 1500 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| RMZ ETMN-GLIDER HX | Special use | RMZ | 1000 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| EDR NORDHOLZ | Special use | Restricted | 2600 ft MSL | FL100 |
| EDWW | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| ED-R201C TRA-FRIESLAND MON-FRI | Special use | Restricted | FL080 | FL245 |
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 | 390 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 390 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 390 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 390 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 390 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 390 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 390 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 390 ft | 36 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase?
The ICAO code for Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase is ETMN, and its IATA code is FCN.
Where is Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase located?
Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase is medium airport located in Wurster Nordseeküste, Germany, at an elevation of 74 ft (23 m).
How many runways does Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase have?
Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase has 1 runway, the longest being 8,002 ft / 2,439 m.
What time zone is Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase in?
Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase is approximately 3.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase?
The nearest airport to Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase is Nordholz-Spieka Airfield (EDXN), about 0.6 nm to the w, followed by Kührstedt-Bederkesa Airfield and Blexen Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.