Rumbula Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 11m 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 Rumbula Air Base
Rumbula Air Base is an air base located 11 kilometres (7 mi) southeast of Riga city centre in Latvia. The airfield was used for military purposes in the 1950s and 1960s. In the 1960s it was used as temporary passenger airport for bigger planes until the new Riga International Airport was opened in 1973. At least since 2001 there has been no military or commercial aviation based in Rumbula. Now it is mainly used as the biggest auto market in Latvia, and only about five small general aviation planes are based here. The runway is in very poor condition. It has many potholes and concrete blocks are often used to learn how to drive a car, or for "test drives" of cars to be sold at the market. It is difficult to find a continuous stretch of road without obstacles longer than 3,000 metres (9,800 ft). There are also a few "bomb-proof" camouflaged military hangars. The hangars are mainly used as storage or general purpose facilities; they are not obvious on satellite images and are not freely accessible on the ground.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
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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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XX / XX | — | — | — | Unlit | Closed |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIGA TMA A | Class C | TMA | 3000 ft MSL | FL285 |
| RIGA TMA B | Class C | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| RIGA 2 FIS | Class G | Type 33 | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| EVD3 RUMBULA | Special use | Danger | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Latvia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| KROGS | 2.4 nm | 221° | Compulsory |
| KEKAV | 2.7 nm | 308° | Compulsory |
| EAST | 5.6 nm | 293° | On request |
| BRIDGE | 6.1 nm | 345° | Compulsory |
| SARPS | 8.2 nm | 323° | Compulsory |
| JAMAR | 9 nm | 268° | Compulsory |
| RIVER | 9.6 nm | 332° | Compulsory |
| CLUB | 9.7 nm | 349° | Compulsory |
| WEST | 10.7 nm | 285° | On request |
| BULLI | 11.2 nm | 319° | Compulsory |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rīgas radio un televīzijas tornis | 1,211 ft | 69 ft | — |
| Latvijas Zinātņu akadēmija | 351 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rumbula Air Base located?
Rumbula Air Base is closed located in Riga, Latvia, at an elevation of 26 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Rumbula Air Base have?
Rumbula Air Base has 1 runway.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rumbula Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.