Wels Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Wels Airfield
Wels Airfield is an airfield serving Wels, a city in the Austrian state of Upper Austria. It is not used for commercial scheduled services but features business and general aviation as well as private and military training flights and medical transportation.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LOLWLive 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08L / 26R▸ displaced | 4,560 ft / 1,390 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08C / 26C | 3,051 ft / 930 m | 164 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 08R / 26L | 2,952 ft / 900 m | 148 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Wels Radio | 119.705 MHz |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA N | Class C | CTA | FL195 | FL245 |
| TMA LOWL | Class C | TMA | FL195 | FL245 |
| CTA N | Class D | CTA | 9500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| TMA LOWL | Class D | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| CTR LOWL | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| TRA ACRO WELS | Special use | TRA | 2500 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Austria airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariendom | 443 ft | 889 ft | — |
| Sendemast Freinberg | 417 ft | 1,207 ft | — |
| Finanzamt Linz FA46 | 325 ft | 879 ft | — |
| Bruckner Tower | 322 ft | 869 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 266 ft | 922 ft | — |
| Lux Tower | 249 ft | 886 ft | — |
| Power Tower - Energie AG Oberösterreich | 243 ft | 879 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wels Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wels Airfield?
The ICAO code for Wels Airfield is LOLW.
Where is Wels Airfield located?
Wels Airfield is small airport located in Wels, Austria, at an elevation of 1,043 ft (318 m).
How many runways does Wels Airfield have?
Wels Airfield has 3 runways, the longest being 4,560 ft / 1,390 m.
What time zone is Wels Airfield in?
Wels Airfield is in the Europe/Vienna time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wels Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wels Airfield is approximately 4.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wels Airfield?
The nearest airport to Wels Airfield is Linz-Hörsching Airport (LNZ), about 6.7 nm to the ene, followed by Eferding Airfield and Hofkirchen Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wels Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.