Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base
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About Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base
Base Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux, formerly Étain-Rouvres Air Base is a base of the French Army Light Aviation. It is located on the Lorraine Plateau in northeastern France, 1.5 kilometers west of Étain; on the west side of the Départemental 906 (D906) (Meuse) road, adjacent to the village of Rouvres-en-Woevre in the Meuse département about 19 kilometers east of Verdun. It was built in 1937 and has been used by the French, British, German, and U.S. Air Forces, before the French Army took the base over, after 1967.
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Live weather
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Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 01 / 19 | 7,874 ft / 2,400 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | ETAIN APP | 120.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 138.100 MHz |
| TWR | ETAIN TWR | 142.700 MHz |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA SAINT DIZIER 3 | Class D | TMA | FL055 | FL195 |
| CTA STRASBOURG 1 | Class D | CTA | FL115 | FL195 |
| LTA FRANCE 1 | Class D | Type 34 | FL115 | FL195 |
| CTR ETAIN | Class D | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| TMA ETAIN 1 | Class D | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL055 |
| LF-R213 NORD-EST A | Special use | Restricted | 250 ft GND | FL115 |
| LF-R213 NORD-EST C | Special use | Restricted | 250 ft GND | FL055 |
| LF-R321 SAINT DIZIER | Special use | Restricted | FL115 | FL195 |
| ZRT SAINT-DIZIER | Special use | Restricted | FL065 | FL195 |
| FIR LFEE | Special use | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| LF-P210L MANTOUX | Special use | Prohibited | GND | 500 ft GND |
| FIR LFFF | Special use | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| SIV PARIS NORD | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL195 |
| SIV STRASBOURG 3 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL115 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all France airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 814 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 810 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 850 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 856 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 873 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,050 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,093 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base?
The ICAO code for Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base is LFQE.
Where is Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base located?
Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base is medium airport located in Rouvres-en-Woëvre, France, at an elevation of 770 ft (235 m).
How many runways does Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base have?
Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base has 2 runways, the longest being 7,874 ft / 2,400 m.
What time zone is Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base in?
Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base is in the Europe/Paris time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux 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 Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base?
The nearest airport to Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base is Billy-sous-Mangiennes Airfield (FR-0847), about 6.4 nm to the nnw, followed by La Bertaucourt Airfield and Verdun-Le Rozelier Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.