Soesterberg Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 16h 20m 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 Soesterberg Air Base
Soesterberg Air Base was a Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) military air base located in Soesterberg, 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) east-northeast of Utrecht. It was first established as an airfield in 1911, and in 1913, the Dutch Army bought the field and established the Army Aviation Division.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 10,089 ft / 3,075 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RAPCON WEST | 123.575 MHz |
| ARR | APP | 37.342 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 129.925 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EHAM TMA5 | Class A | TMA | FL055 | FL095 |
| CTA EHAM E1 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| EHAM TMA4 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| EHAM TMA1 | Class A | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| NIEUW MILLIGEN TMA D1 | Class B | TMA | FL065 | FL195 |
| NIEUW MILLIGEN TMA B | Class D | TMA | FL055 | FL065 |
| RTMZ NORTH SEA AREA | Class G | RMZ | GND | FL055 |
| EHTSA 24 SOESTERBERG (NOTAM) | Special use | TSA | GND | FL090 |
| TMZ B2 | Special use | TMZ | 1200 ft MSL | FL065 |
| 7020 | Special use | TMZ | 500 ft MSL | 1500 ft MSL |
| EHAA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gerbrandytoren | 1,204 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren | 322 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 36 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Soesterberg Air Base located?
Soesterberg Air Base is closed located in Soesterberg, Netherlands, at an elevation of 66 ft (20 m).
How many runways does Soesterberg Air Base have?
Soesterberg Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 10,089 ft / 3,075 m.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Soesterberg Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.