Eisenach-Kindel Airport — Hörselberg-Hainich, Germany
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Distance & flight time from EIB
Eisenach-Kindel Airport
EIB, Eisenach-Kindel Airport, is located in Hörselberg-Hainich in the German state of Thuringia, near the historic city of Eisenach known for Wartburg Castle and its Bach heritage. The airport primarily supports general aviation, gliding, flight training, and small business aviation rather than scheduled airline routes. Thuringia's aviation infrastructure includes several such regional fields serving light aircraft owners and clubs rather than mass tourism. EIB's proximity to Eisenach gives visiting pilots access to central Germany's forested Thuringian landscape and cultural sites. As with many small German regional airports, EIB operates on a modest scale, supported by local aero clubs and occasional air shows, functioning as recreational and training infrastructure rather than a commercial gateway.
Runways at Eisenach-Kindel Airport (EIB)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 5643 ft (1720 m) | 180 ft (55 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Eisenach-Kindel Airport (EIB)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 119.825 MHz |
| INFO | Eisenach Radio | 119.755 MHz |
Airports near Eisenach-Kindel Airport (EIB)
- Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF) — 33.7 km (20.9 mi)
- Fritzlar Army Airfield (FRZ) — 84.6 km (52.6 mi)
- Kassel Airport (KSF) — 89.4 km (55.6 mi)
- Hof-Plauen Airport (HOQ) — 124.4 km (77.3 mi)
- Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) — 131.1 km (81.5 mi)
- Bayreuth Airport (BYU) — 138.8 km (86.2 mi)
- Leipzig–Altenburg Airport (AOC) — 141.9 km (88.2 mi)
- Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD) — 146.7 km (91.2 mi)
EIB serves Eisenach in Thuringia, Germany, near Wartburg Castle; it's a general aviation field, so travelers seeking flights to Eisenach should look at larger nearby airports instead.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Eisenach-Kindel Airport?
The IATA code for Eisenach-Kindel Airport is EIB.
What is the ICAO code for Eisenach-Kindel Airport?
The ICAO code for Eisenach-Kindel Airport is EDGE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.