Ramstein Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 15h 48m 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 Ramstein Air Base
Ramstein Air Base (IATA: RMS, ICAO: ETAR) (before 1958 Ramstein–Landstuhl) is a United States Air Force installation located in Rhineland-Palatinate, southwestern Germany. It serves as the headquarters for the United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) and NATO Allied Air Command (AIRCOM). The base plays a key role in supporting forward military operations, particularly those deploying to Eastern Europe and Africa. Designed in 1949 by the French Army and built by German contractors between 1951 and 1953, the Ramstein Air Base hosts over 16,200 military personnel, U.S. civilians, and contractors. The base is located near the town of Ramstein-Miesenbach, with the east gate about 16 km (10 mi; 9 nmi) from Kaiserslautern, commonly known as "K-Town" among Americans. Other nearby towns include Landstuhl, located 5 km (3 mi; 3 nmi) from the base's west gate. Ramstein AB is part of the larger Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC), which houses around 54,000 American service members and over 5,400 U.S. civilian employees. Additionally, more than 6,200 German workers are employed within the KMC. Air Force units in the KMC employ nearly 9,800 military personnel, supported by approximately 11,100 family members.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
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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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 10,498 ft / 3,200 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 9,278 ft / 2,828 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.275 MHz |
| GCA | GCA | 140.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.775 MHz |
| OPS | AMC AIRLIFT AMCC | 131.975 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 28.442 MHz |
| POST | WING COMD POST | 37.267 MHz |
| PTD | DISPATCH | 36.912 MHz |
| RDR | LANGEN RADAR | 129.675 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 133.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR RAMSTEIN | Class D | CTR | GND | 3600 ft MSL |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| FRANKFURT | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| EDGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enercon E-115 | 679 ft | 1,220 ft | — |
| Enercon E-115 | 679 ft | 1,247 ft | — |
| Vestas V-126 | 656 ft | 1,171 ft | — |
| Vestas V-126 | 656 ft | 1,158 ft | — |
| Enercon E-115 | 656 ft | 1,135 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 610 ft | 1,266 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 528 ft | 1,253 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 528 ft | 1,211 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ramstein Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ramstein Air Base?
The ICAO code for Ramstein Air Base is ETAR, and its IATA code is RMS.
Where is Ramstein Air Base located?
Ramstein Air Base is medium airport located in Ramstein-Miesenbach, Germany, at an elevation of 776 ft (237 m).
How many runways does Ramstein Air Base have?
Ramstein Air Base has 2 runways, the longest being 10,498 ft / 3,200 m.
What time zone is Ramstein Air Base in?
Ramstein Air Base is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ramstein Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ramstein Air Base is approximately 3.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ramstein Air Base?
The nearest airport to Ramstein Air Base is Eßweiler Airfield (DE-0272), about 7.6 nm to the n, followed by Pirmasens-Pottschütthöhe Airfield and Kusel-Langenbach Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ramstein Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.