Castricum Glidersite
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 22m 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 Castricum Glidersite
Castricum Glidersite is a small airport in Castricum, Netherlands. It sits at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m). It observes Europe/Amsterdam local time. The nearest airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), about 14.6 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EHAM TMA1 | Class A | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| CTA EHAM W | Class A | CTA | FL055 | FL195 |
| EHAM TMA7 | Class D | TMA | 1300 ft MSL | 1500 ft MSL |
| CASTRICUM 1 | Class G | Gliding sector | 1300 ft MSL | 1500 ft MSL |
| RTMZ NORTH SEA AREA | Class G | RMZ | GND | FL055 |
| EHAA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| 7020 | Special use | TMZ | 500 ft MSL | 1500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Netherlands airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toren van Wormer | 466 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Maritim Congreshotel en Woontoren (in aanbouw) | 374 ft | 20 ft | — |
| Crystal Tower | 312 ft | 20 ft | — |
| UWV C | 312 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Windmolen Boekel | 279 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 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 Castricum Glidersite.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Castricum Glidersite located?
Castricum Glidersite is small airport located in Castricum, Netherlands, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
What time zone is Castricum Glidersite in?
Castricum Glidersite is in the Europe/Amsterdam time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Castricum Glidersite?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Castricum Glidersite is approximately 2.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Castricum Glidersite?
The nearest airport to Castricum Glidersite is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), about 14.6 nm to the sse, followed by Langeveld Glidersite and Slootdorp Glidersite.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Castricum Glidersite data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.