Fritzlar Army Airfield — Fritzlar, Germany
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Fritzlar Army Airfield (Fritzlar) is FRZ — its ICAO code is ETHF.
Distance & flight time from FRZ
Fritzlar Army Airfield
FRZ identifies Fritzlar Army Airfield, a military installation in Hesse, Germany, historically tied to United States Army operations in the region. The airfield has served as a base for helicopter units and NATO-related training activities rather than commercial passenger traffic. Fritzlar itself is a small historic town, and the airfield lies on its outskirts, functioning primarily as logistical and operational support infrastructure for army aviation. Unlike major German gateways, FRZ sees no scheduled airline service, and its runway and facilities are sized for rotary-wing and light fixed-wing military aircraft. The airfield reflects the long-standing American military presence across central Germany that persisted well after the Cold War ended.
Runways at Fritzlar Army Airfield (FRZ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 3413 ft (1040 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Fritzlar Army Airfield (FRZ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 119.15 MHz |
| AFIS | Langen Information | 119.825 MHz |
| TWR | Fritzlar Tower / Turm | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near Fritzlar Army Airfield (FRZ)
- Kassel Airport (KSF) — 34.6 km (21.5 mi)
- Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD) — 72.2 km (44.9 mi)
- Eisenach-Kindel Airport (EIB) — 84.6 km (52.6 mi)
- Siegerland Airport (SGE) — 95.7 km (59.5 mi)
- Bielefeld Airport (BFE) — 107.5 km (66.8 mi)
- Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF) — 118.0 km (73.3 mi)
- Dortmund Airport (DTM) — 124.7 km (77.5 mi)
- Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) — 131.4 km (81.6 mi)
FRZ is often searched by people researching US Army aviation history in Germany rather than travelers, since Fritzlar Army Airfield has no commercial flights and does not appear on typical booking sites.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Fritzlar Army Airfield?
The IATA code for Fritzlar Army Airfield is FRZ.
What is the ICAO code for Fritzlar Army Airfield?
The ICAO code for Fritzlar Army Airfield is ETHF. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.