Woensdrecht Air Base — Hoogerheide, Netherlands
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Distance & flight time from WOE
Woensdrecht Air Base
Woensdrecht Air Base, coded WOE, is a Royal Netherlands Air Force installation located near Woensdrecht in the southwestern Netherlands, close to the Belgian border. It is not a civilian airport; rather, it functions as military infrastructure supporting national defense operations, including logistics, maintenance, and training activities for the Dutch armed forces. Woensdrecht has historically hosted aircraft maintenance facilities and is associated with the Royal Netherlands Air Force's broader support network. As with other dedicated military airfields, public access is restricted and scheduled commercial passenger service is not offered. The base contributes to Dutch and NATO defense readiness within the densely populated Benelux region.
Runways at Woensdrecht Air Base (WOE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 8015 ft (2443 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Woensdrecht Air Base (WOE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RAPCON West Approach | 123.58 MHz |
| ARR | Woensdrecht Arrival | 123.58 MHz |
| FIS | Dutch MIL Info | 132.35 MHz |
| GND | Woensdrecht Ground | 121.68 MHz |
| TWR | Woensdrecht Tower | 120.43 MHz |
Airports near Woensdrecht Air Base (WOE)
- Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (ANR) — 29.9 km (18.6 mi)
- Gilze Rijen Air Base (GLZ) — 42.9 km (26.7 mi)
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) — 56.8 km (35.3 mi)
- Brussels Airport (BRU) — 61.7 km (38.3 mi)
- Eindhoven Airport (EIN) — 71.5 km (44.4 mi)
- Volkel Air Base (UDE) — 97.2 km (60.4 mi)
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) — 99.9 km (62.1 mi)
- Kortrijk-Wevelgem International Airport (KJK) — 105.6 km (65.6 mi)
Woensdrecht Air Base, WOE, is Royal Netherlands Air Force military infrastructure in the Netherlands, supporting defense logistics and maintenance rather than civilian air travel.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Woensdrecht Air Base?
The IATA code for Woensdrecht Air Base is WOE.
What is the ICAO code for Woensdrecht Air Base?
The ICAO code for Woensdrecht Air Base is EHWO. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.