Sedes Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 12m 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 Sedes Air Base
Sedes Airport is a military airport 15 km east of Thessaloniki, Greece, and 3 km northeast of Thessaloniki's Macedonia International Airport. Sedes airport started operating during the Balkan Wars and has since been exclusively used by the Hellenic Air Force. Nowadays it also houses an aviation museum, displaying a variety of old aircraft types.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LGSDNOTAMs
LGSDReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA MAKEDONIA | Class D | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | FL195 |
| CTR THESSALONIKI | Class D | CTR | GND | FL100 |
| FIR LGGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| ATZ THESSALONIKI | Special use | ATZ | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Greece airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| PANOR | 3.9 nm | 028° | On request |
| VASIL | 5.8 nm | 132° | On request |
| AGELO | 8 nm | 238° | On request |
| KORAT | 8.8 nm | 039° | On request |
| LAGAD | 13 nm | 016° | On request |
| GALAT | 13.6 nm | 120° | On request |
| KRATI | 13.9 nm | 172° | On request |
| DTHES | 16.9 nm | 263° | On request |
| KITRO | 19.3 nm | 235° | On request |
| PLAYI | 19.5 nm | 153° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Πύργος του Ο.Τ.Ε. | 249 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 725 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sedes Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sedes Air Base?
The ICAO code for Sedes Air Base is LGSD.
Where is Sedes Air Base located?
Sedes Air Base is small airport located in Sedes, Greece, at an elevation of 85 ft (26 m).
What time zone is Sedes Air Base in?
Sedes Air Base is in the Europe/Athens time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sedes Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sedes Air Base is approximately 5.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sedes Air Base?
The nearest airport to Sedes Air Base is Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG), about 2.7 nm to the wsw, followed by Agios Pavlos Airfield and Silata Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sedes Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.