Veendam Glidersite
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 16h 21m 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 Veendam Glidersite
Veendam Glidersite is a small airport in Veendam, Netherlands. It observes Europe/Amsterdam local time. The nearest airport is Stadskanaal Airfield (EHST), about 8.8 nm to the se.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA EHAM E1 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| CTR EHGG | Class C | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| EHAA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| TMZ EELDE | Special use | TMZ | 2500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| RMZ EHGG | Special use | RMZ | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| ATZ VEENDAM | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 692 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 692 ft | 33 ft | — |
| DEE-2.1 | 692 ft | 30 ft | — |
| DEE-2.2 | 692 ft | 33 ft | — |
| DEE-2.3 | 692 ft | 30 ft | — |
| RH-1.1 | 692 ft | 30 ft | — |
| DEE-2.4 | 692 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 692 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 Veendam Glidersite.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Veendam Glidersite located?
Veendam Glidersite is small airport located in Veendam, Netherlands.
What time zone is Veendam Glidersite in?
Veendam Glidersite is in the Europe/Amsterdam time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Veendam Glidersite?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Veendam Glidersite is approximately 3.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Veendam Glidersite?
The nearest airport to Veendam Glidersite is Stadskanaal Airfield (EHST), about 8.8 nm to the se, followed by Groningen Airport Eelde and Oostwold Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Veendam Glidersite data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.