Spangdahlem Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 15h 51m 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 Spangdahlem Air Base
Spangdahlem Air Base (IATA: SPM, ICAO: ETAD, former code EDAD) is a NATO air base with the United States Air Force as a tenant constructed between 1951 and 1953 and located near the small German town of Spangdahlem, approximately 30 kilometres (19 mi) north of the city of Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 10,007 ft / 3,050 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (13)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | SOF | 141.775 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 143.425 MHz |
| DEP | LIPPE RADAR | 314.600 MHz |
| DIR | RHEIN RADAR | 387.150 MHz |
| GCA | GCA | 129.475 MHz |
| GCCD | CLNC DEL | 308.850 MHz |
| GND | GND | 138.800 MHz |
| OPS | AMC AIRLIFT AMCC | 131.975 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 284.425 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 258.700 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 138.400 MHz |
| RDR | LANGEN RADAR | 125.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR SPANGDAHLEM | Class D | CTR | GND | 3700 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 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,293 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,335 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,234 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,227 ft | — |
| WEA NX-1248 | — | 1,316 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,204 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,243 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Spangdahlem Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Spangdahlem Air Base?
The ICAO code for Spangdahlem Air Base is ETAD, and its IATA code is SPM.
Where is Spangdahlem Air Base located?
Spangdahlem Air Base is medium airport located in Trier, Germany, at an elevation of 1,197 ft (365 m).
How many runways does Spangdahlem Air Base have?
Spangdahlem Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 10,007 ft / 3,050 m.
What time zone is Spangdahlem Air Base in?
Spangdahlem Air Base is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Spangdahlem Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Spangdahlem Air Base is approximately 3.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Spangdahlem Air Base?
The nearest airport to Spangdahlem Air Base is Bitburg Airport (BBJ), about 5.5 nm to the wsw, followed by Trier-Föhren Airfield and Neumagen-Dhron Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Spangdahlem Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.