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Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

2015-08-05T15:30:09Z

Speedbird240:

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{{infobox|
fullname=Amsterdam Schiphol Airport|
location=Amsterdam, Netherlands|
iata=AMS|
icao=EHAM|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.schiphol.nl|
mapurl=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&time=&date=&ttype=&q=Luchthaven+Schiphol+Haarlemmermeer,+North+Holland,+The+Netherlands&ie=UTF8&cd=1&geocode=0,52.306769,4.752968&t=h&z=13&om=1|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.22 118.1 118.95|
atcground=121.7 121.8 121.9|
atcclearance=121.97 Start-up 121.65|
atcapproach=119.05 121.2 Arrival 118.4 131.15|
atcdeparture=121.2|
atcatis=122.2 108.4 132.97|
atcunicom=|
psh=http://www.plane-spotting-hotels.com/index.php/plane-spotting-amsterdam/}}

==Official Spotting Locations==

Schiphol has three official viewing areas: The observation deck at Schiphol Plaza (also called the Panorama Terrace), the McDonalds overlooking 09/27 (Buitenveldertbaan), and a parking lot alongside 18R/36L (Polderbaan). The official spot alongside 06/24 (Kaagbaan) has been closed. The airport's web site also contains information on the [http://www.schiphol.nl/Travellers/Shop/BeforePassportControl2/PanoramaTerrace.htm Panorama Terrace] and [http://www.schiphol.nl/Travellers/Shop/BeforePassportControl2/PlaneSpottingAtSchipholWhere.htm runway observation locations].

===Panorama Terrace===
The Panorama Terrace is a large outdoor observation deck with great views of the terminal. A Fokker 100 is on the terrace and can be entered for free. There is also Dakota's Café & Bar, just inside the observation deck with good view if the weather is bad. Unfortunately the platform faces the sun most of the day. For photography it is therefore not too great. If you want to catch registrations this is a great place though! Just don't forget to bring your binoculars!

Operating hours (weather permitting):
*Summer (from the last Sunday in March) 07:00 - 20:00
*Winter (from the last Sunday in October) 09:00 - 17:00

For now access to the observation deck is free of charge, however there are plans to change this. The turnstiles have already been installed, so it is probably just a matter of time. Due to construction works, the section between E and F piers has been closed. However, the terrace in front of Dakota's Bar has been enlarged.

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===09/27 Buitenveldertbaan (McDonalds)===
This spot is not that good. You will face the sun all day at this spot. On top of that, the Buitenveldertbaan is rarely used due to noise regulations. So this place is not really worth it.

Just in case you do want to go here, you can easily get here by busline 190, 191, 192, 193, 196, 198 or 199. Get off at busstop "Loevestijnse Dwarsweg", easily recognisable by the massive McDonalds sign.

=== 18R/36L Polderbaan (west side) ===
The Polderbaan (18R/36L) is the newest runway, located in the middle of nowhere (by Dutch standards anyway). Because of that, few people are annoyed by the aircraft noise, so this runway is used as much as possible.

When the wind comes roughly from the southwest to the west this runway is used for landings. When the wind comes rouhgly from the northwest to the east this runway is used for take-offs.

This spot can not be reached by public transport, so a car or a bike will be required. When coming from the A4 motorway you must take the exit to Hoofddorp. At the exit go to the left and follow this road. After 5 minutes you will be at a large intersection with a fire station on your right. At this intersection you must go to the right. Then take the second road to the right and continue to the end of this road. Now you will be looking over the Polderbaan from the west.

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=== Schiphol Behind the Scenes Tour ===

A behind the scenes tour of the airport is offered a few times per day, most days per week. View the tour web site for schedules and reservations, as well as airport locations to purchase tickets: http://www.schipholbehindthescenes.nl/en/

== Other Spotting Locations ==

Schiphol has a lot of unofficial spots, mostly around the Polderbaan, but every other runway has one or two spots as well. When coming by car: '''''Please park properly'''''. Many spots around Schiphol are due to disappear because of problems caused by people parking recklessly. Many spots have no parking possebilities. So you need to park elsewhere at a proper parking location and walk to the spotting location. Please keep to this unwritten rule, to keep Amsterdam the spotters friendly airport it still is.

===The Hyatt Place Hotel===
From this hotel you can see stuff taxiing from the Polderbaan to the terminals. Just ask for a room facing the airport. With free WIFI you can use Flightradar to see the arrivals. Here is the hotels website: [http://www.amsterdamairport.place.hyatt.com/en/hotel/our-hotel.html]

=== 18L/36R Aalsmeerderbaan ===
This runway is the back-up runway to the Kaagbaan, and only used during rush hours. Views are rather good here, and you can get close to the action. It is reachable both by car and by bus.

To get to the western side of this runway you must exit the A4 motorway at the exit Hoofddorp/Aalsmeer. Drive towards Aalsmeer, and take the 2nd intersection to the left (Fokkerweg). Follow this road to the end. Once there turn to the left at the roundabout and follow this road to the end. There you can park the car on the side of the road.

Going here by bus is also possible by taking line 191 or 193 to busstop Anchoragelaan. 

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To get on the eastern side of the runway you must also get onto the Fokkerweg. However, at the end of the road you must go to the right. Take the first intersection to the left (or stop half way if you want to stand in the approach) and park there. By bus you can get here by taking line 191 or 193 to busstop Koolhovenlaan. From there you will have to walk the last 15 or 20 minutes though!

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=== 18C/36C Zwanenburgbaan ===
This runway is the back-up runway for the Polderbaan. So this runway is only used when it is very busy.

You can only get into the approach of this runway. In the past you could drive all along the runway, but recent construction works (most notably the Polderbaan and the A5 motorway) have made this impossible.

To get into the approach from motorway A4 (the motorway running through Schiphol) you must follow the signs towards Hoofddorp. This will get you on the N201. Once there take the exit towards Boesingheliede (N520). If you follow this road for a few minutes you will find yourself in the approach. There is not an official parking area, so please be careful where you park. Do not hinder the traffic, as this might give the police a reason to send you off (or worse, give Schiphol a reason to close the spot!).

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=== 18R/36L Polderbaan (east side) ===
This spot can not be reached by public transport, so a car or a bike will be required. When coming from the A4 motorway you must take the exit to Hoofddorp. Follow this road and take the exit onto the N520 towards Boesingheliede. At the end of this road you must go to the left (onto Schipholweg), and then at the first crossing again to the left (IJweg). At the end of this road you can park and look over the Polderbaan from the east.

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The eastern side of the polderbaan is preferable in the morning and early afternoon. After that the western side is preferable.

The taxiway linking this runway to Schiphol is also accessible. However, this place is always very busy. There is a fence so a step ladder will be required. To get here get onto the N520 as mentioned earlier. After a few minutes you will drive under a bridge, this bridge is the taxiway. You can park your car at the cemetery just in front of the bridge on the western side of the river. Of course you can also park your car at the crashgate as many others do, but I would ask you not to. This place has attracted a lot of attention from the local authorities for all the wrong reasons. A lot of people park their car here rather dangerously. If this goes on this spot might well be closed.

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=== Taxiway over A4 ===
Just 15 minutes walk from Schiphol Plaza is the taxiway over the A4 motorway. Planes taxi by really close by. Mostly European, but the cargo flights use this taxiway as well. To get here leave the terminal and walk to the left. You will walk past the ATC tower, cargo facilities and some offices. You can't really miss it. You can spot the planes from either side of the taxiway, so this spot can be used all day.

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=== Schiphol Oost ===
Schiphol East (Oost in Dutch) is the maintenance and executive part of the airport. You can see a limited part of East. This includes the police air wing (Bo-105, C.172), the hangars of the DDA Classic Airlines and some Martinair hangars like 4-RUYS where the Fokker 70 and 100 are maintained. The biz jet ramp can also be seen.

There are a lot of private planes based at Schiphol East but in the weekend there is always a VLM Airlines, Transavia or KLM Cityhopper. Planes from football clubs that come to visit Amsterdam can also be seen like the Yak-52 that recently visited Amsterdam. The Netherlands Cost Guard is also based at Schiphol East

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To get here you can easily take bus 190, 191, 196, 198 or 199. When you see the police air hangar on your right, you will know you are there! It is the second stop after the McDonald's adjacent to the Buitenveldertbaan.

By car you can go here by taking exit "Schiphol Oost" from the A9 motorway.

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=== Kaagbaan 06/24 (Approach) ===
Although the official spotter site was closed due to airport expansion, you can still get into the approach of the Kaagbaan, but you are not allowed to park here. You can easily park your car at the local McDonalds though, and walk the last 5 minutes. Just take the exit towards Hoofddorp/Aalsmeer on the A4 motorway. Park the car at the McDonalds across the intersection, and walk under the bridge towards the runway.

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==Regular Traffic==
Adria Airways, Aer Lingus, Air Astana, Air France, Air Malta, Air Moldova, Air Zena, Aeroflot, Alitalia, AMC Airlines, ArkeFly (TUI group), Asiana Cargo, Atlasair, Atlas Blue, Atlasjet, Armavia, Austrian Airlines, Blue 1, BMI Baby, BMI British Midland, British Airways, Bulgaria Air, Cargo Air Lines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern, Croatia, CSA, Cyprus Airways, Delta Air Lines, DHL, Dragonair Cargo, Easyjet, Egyptair, El Al, Emirates Skycargo, Ethiopian, Eva Air, Finnair, Fly Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Inter Ekspres, Iran Air, Israir, Japan Airlines, JAT, Jet2, Kalitta, Kenya Airways, KLM, KLM Cargo, KLM Cityhopper, Korean Airlines, Kuzu Airlines, Libyan Arab Airlines, Lithuanian Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lotus Airways, Lufthansa, Macedonian Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Malev, Martinair, Martinair Cargo, Meridiana, MNG Airlines, Nippon Cargo Airways, Olympic Airlines, Onur Air, Pegasus Airlines, Portugalia, Pulkovo, Qatar Airways Cargo, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, SAS, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Sky Europe, Smart Wings, Sterling, Surinam Airways, Swiss, Syrian Airlines, TACV, TAP Air Portugal, Thomsonfly.com, TNT, Transavia, Tristar Airways, Tunisair, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United, US Airways, Varig Log, VLM, West Air Sweden

==Facilities and Transportation==
Schiphol has all fascilities you can think of. Shops, casinos, hotels, restaurants. You will find it here.

Schiphol is connected to both local and regional buslines. The railways feature prominently too with local, national and international (Belgium, France and Germany) routes. The Nederlandse Spoorwegen claim that ANY station in the Netherlands can be reached with no more then two changes. Most major cities can be reached directly or with only one change.

=== Car rentals ===
*http://www.avis.nl/
*http://www.europcar.nl/
*http://www.hertz.nl/
*http://www.nationalcar-rental.com/
*http://www.schipholtaxi.info/

=== Bus companies ===
*http://www.connexxion.nl/
*http://www.schipholsternet.com/

=== Train company ===
*http://www.ns.nl/

== External Links ==

=== Spotters ===
*http://www.schipholspotter.com/
*http://www.schipholview.nl/
*http://www.scramble.nl/
*http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dutch-spotters/

=== Aviation shops ===
*http://www.lhshop.nl/

Bremen Airport

2015-05-15T19:53:53Z

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{{redbox|''Please note that the use of airband scanners in Germany is illegal.''}}
{{infobox|fullname=Bremen Neuenland Airport|
location=Bremen, Germany|
iata=BRE|
icao=EDDW|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.airport-bremen.de/|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?f=q&hl=de&q=bremen&layer=&ie=UTF8&z=14&ll=53.045599,8.787861&spn=0.036275,0.093813&t=k&om=1|
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==Official Spotting Locations==

Visitors Terrace on the upper level of the Terminal. 
Next to the Visitors Terrace is a small museum called "Bremenhalle" focussing on Bremen´s contribution to aviation.

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Location===
Tor 12
At "Tor 12" there is a path where you can see landings and takeoffs from 09. Also you have a good view of the terminal. NOTE: "Tor 12" is south of the 09 approach lights.

Next to Ryanair Terminal there is a gate from where you can see aircraft taxiing from and to runway 09. NOTE: If you stay a bit longer the staff might give you a strange look, so you're better of going away.

==Locations to Avoid==

===Location===
So far there aren't any locations to avoid.

==Regular Traffic==

*'''Lufthansa''' (B737, AvroRJ85, A319, CRJ)
*'''Ryanair''' (B737-800)
*'''TUIfly''' (B737-800)
*'''Air France''' (ERJ)
*'''Air Berlin''' (B737-800)
*'''Condor''' (A320, B757)
*'''OLT''' (S2000, Metroliner, F100)
*'''KLM Cityhopper''' (F50, F70)
*'''EasyJet''' (B737-500)
*'''Blue Wings''' (A320)
*'''Hamburg International''' (B737-700)
*'''Airbus Beluga''' A300-600ST

==Facilities and Transportation==
A tram connects the airport to downtown Bremen and the central railway station every 11minutes. More details on the airport´s website.

Bremen Airport

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{{redbox|''Please note that the use of airband scanners in Germany is illegal.''}}
{{infobox|fullname=Bremen Neuenland Airport|
location=Bremen, Germany|
iata=BRE|
icao=EDDW|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.airport-bremen.de/|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?f=q&hl=de&q=bremen&layer=&ie=UTF8&z=14&ll=53.045599,8.787861&spn=0.036275,0.093813&t=k&om=1|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=118.500|
atcground=121.750|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=|
atcunicom=|
psh=http://www.plane-spotting-hotels.com/index.php/plane-spotting-bremen/}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

Visitors Terrace on the upper level of the Terminal. 
Next to the Visitors Terrace is a small museum called "Bremenhalle" focussing on Bremen´s contribution to aviation.

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Location===
Tor 12
At "Tor 12" there is a path where you can see landings and takeoffs from 09. Also you have a good view of the terminal. NOTE: "Tor 12" is south of the 09 approach lights.

Next to Ryanair Terminal there is a gate from where you can see aircraft taxiing from and to runway 09. NOTE: If you stay a bit longer the staff might give you a strange look, so you're better of going away.

==Locations to Avoid==

===Location===

==Regular Traffic==

*'''Lufthansa''' (B737, AvroRJ85, A319, CRJ)
*'''Ryanair''' (B737-800)
*'''TUIfly''' (B737-800)
*'''Air France''' (ERJ)
*'''Air Berlin''' (B737-800)
*'''Condor''' (A320, B757)
*'''OLT''' (S2000, Metroliner, F100)
*'''KLM Cityhopper''' (F50, F70)
*'''EasyJet''' (B737-500)
*'''Blue Wings''' (A320)
*'''Hamburg International''' (B737-700)
*'''Airbus Beluga''' A300-600ST

==Facilities and Transportation==
A tram connects the airport to downtown Bremen and the central railway station every 11minutes. More details on the airport´s website.

Bremen Airport

2015-05-15T19:18:03Z

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{{categorybox|Europe|Germany}}
{{redbox|''Please note that the use of airband scanners in Germany is illegal.''}}
{{infobox|fullname=Bremen Neuenland Airport|
location=Bremen, Germany|
iata=BRE|
icao=EDDW|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.airport-bremen.de/|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?f=q&hl=de&q=bremen&layer=&ie=UTF8&z=14&ll=53.045599,8.787861&spn=0.036275,0.093813&t=k&om=1|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=118.500|
atcground=121.750|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=|
atcunicom=|
psh=http://www.plane-spotting-hotels.com/index.php/plane-spotting-bremen/}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

Visitors Terrace on the upper level of the Terminal. 
Next to the Visitors Terrace is a small museum called "Bremenhalle" focussing on Bremen´s contribution to aviation.

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Location===

==Locations to Avoid==

===Location===

==Regular Traffic==

*'''Lufthansa''' (B737, AvroRJ85, A319, CRJ)
*'''Ryanair''' (B737-800)
*'''TUIfly''' (B737-800)
*'''Air France''' (ERJ)
*'''Air Berlin''' (B737-800)
*'''Condor''' (A320, B757)
*'''OLT''' (S2000, Metroliner, F100)
*'''KLM Cityhopper''' (F50, F70)
*'''EasyJet''' (B737-500)
*'''Blue Wings''' (A320)
*'''Hamburg International''' (B737-700)
*'''Airbus Beluga''' A300-600ST

==Facilities and Transportation==
A tram connects the airport to downtown Bremen and the central railway station every 11minutes. More details on the airport´s website.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:21:05Z

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{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. '''Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015)'''

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport===

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply. '''However, you can park for 1 hour in car park P3 for free.'''
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:17:43Z

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{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. '''Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015)'''

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

[[File:]]===Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport===
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27. [[File:Screenshot 2015-05-02 11.17.18]]

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply. '''However, you can park for 1 hour in car park P3 for free.'''
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:10:30Z

Speedbird240: /* Runway 09 approach */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. '''Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015)'''

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport===
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply. '''However, you can park for 1 hour in car park P3 for free.'''
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:09:30Z

Speedbird240: /* Official Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. '''Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015)'''

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply. '''However, you can park for 1 hour in car park P3 for free.'''
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:08:11Z

Speedbird240: /* Facilities and Transportation */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is '''no''' longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply. '''However, you can park for 1 hour in car park P3 for free.'''
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:07:51Z

Speedbird240: /* Facilities and Transportation */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is '''no''' longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply. '''However, you can park for 1 hour in car park P3 for free'''
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:07:30Z

Speedbird240: /* Facilities and Transportation */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is '''no''' longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply. '''However, you can park for 1 hour in car park P3 for freeBold text'''
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:03:53Z

Speedbird240: /* Official Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is '''no''' longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:03:11Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of arrivals and departures on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:01:55Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South East side of airport
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass (on the left hand side if coming from the cargo hangers) where you can park and have excellent views of airport landing and taking off on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T09:00:04Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South side of airport
'''

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass where you can park and have excellent views of airport landing and taking off on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T08:59:33Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach - South side of airport
'''
On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass where you can park and have excellent views of airport landing and taking off on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T08:58:43Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

== '''Runway 27 approach - South side of airport
==
'''
On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass where you can park and have excellent views of airport landing and taking off on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T08:57:44Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

'''Runway 27 approach
'''
On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass where you can park and have excellent views of airport landing and taking off on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T08:56:49Z

Speedbird240: /* Runway 27 approach */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

'''===Runway 27 approach===
'''
It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

Runway 27 approach

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass where you can park and have excellent views of airport landing and taking off on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T08:55:41Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

Runway 27 approach

On the south side of the airport (drive past Legoland, turn left into Firhojevej and past Lalandia Resort and the cargo/maintenance hangers and carry for another 1km) there is an open area of grass where you can park and have excellent views of airport landing and taking off on runway 27.

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Billund Airport

2015-05-02T08:45:30Z

Speedbird240: /* Balcony */

{{categorybox|Europe|Denmark}}

{{infobox|
fullname=Billund Airport|
location=Billund, Denmark|
iata=BLL|icao=EKBI|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.billund-airport.dk|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?t=k&q=55.740278,9.151667&ie=UTF8&ll=55.740738,9.156075&spn=0.034692,0.077248&z=14|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=119.0|
atcground=|
atcapron=|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=127.575, 119.250 (arrival, rarely used)|
atcdeparture=|
atcatis=118.775|
atcunicom=}}



==Official Spotting Locations==

===Balcony===

From the balcony on level 3 in the terminal there is a limited overview of the western part of the apron and the runway. The balcony is accessible via an elevator located in the opposite side of the terminal when entering level 1 in the terminal via the western entrance. Please note, the balcony is no longer accessible (May 2015).

==Other Spotting Locations==

===Runway 27 approach===

It is possible to stand just outside the fence on the hill next to the main road to the airport from the east (primary route 28) (location A on the map below). There is a good overview of the runway because of the runway slope. It is generally not a good idea to park at the side of the road, however, getting to the location by foot requires an approximately 4 km. walk from the terminal area. The wind is usually western, so runway 27 is in use most days.
[https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=55.742607,9.192487&hl=da&sll=55.741732,9.188811&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&t=w&mra=mift&mrsp=0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

===Runway 09 approach===

The terrain elevation just north-west of the terminal is a bit higher than the runway elevation, making it possible to get a good overview of the western runway end when standing a few hundred metres west of the terminal building. To get there, just follow the road from the terminal westbound. Just west of the terminal is a staff parking area, behind which the previously mention spot is located (location A on the map below).

It is also possible to continue west a bit further to get a better view of planes taking off from runway 09 and planes on final approach. Simply follow the road west from the terminal, keeping to the left (location B on the map below). [https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Cirrusvej&daddr=B%C3%A5stlundvej&hl=da&ie=UTF8&sll=55.742323,9.14017&sspn=0.010255,0.033023&geocode=FaycUgMdI4KLAA%3BFRaPUgMdHlWLAA&t=w&mra=me&mrsp=1,0&sz=16&z=16 Overview map]

==Locations to Avoid==

Generally, avoid getting too close to the fence. Using stepladders is a bad idea, unless you wish to meet the local police.

==Regular Traffic==

Ryanair uses Billund as a base airport and operates a number of destinations from the airport. SAS operates a few routes out of Billund, including a domestic route to Copenhagen, operated by Cimber A/S with ATR 72's. Primarely during the summer period, the airport hosts a number of charter compaines as well such as Jet Time and Primera Air.
SUN-AIR of Scandinavia A/S (British Airways) uses Billund as their main hub, flying to multiple destinations with Dornier 328 (both jet and turbo-prop versions).
DHL operates a nightly cargo flight to [[Leipzig/Halle Airport|Leipzig]] with a Boeing 757.

==Facilities and Transportation==

Getting to the airport by car is very easy, however, parking fees apply.
A number of bus routes go to the airport. Busses 143 and 43 route from Vejle on the east coast of Jutland to the airport. Bus 43 stops at less locations than 143, making the trip shorter and faster. Vejle is connected to the rest of Denmark by train, and if going to the airport from fx. Copenhagen, it would be most logical to take the train to Vejle, and then bus (1)43 to the airport. Airport busses between Billund airport and Aarhus city depart almost every hour during the day.
For a complete overview of bus routes, see [http://bll.dk/Rejseinfo/Til_og_fra_lufthavnen/Lufthavnsbusser.aspx?sc_lang=en this] page.

Zurich Airport

2015-01-24T18:38:16Z

Speedbird240: /* Runways */

{{categorybox|Europe|Switzerland}}

{{infobox|fullname=Zurich Airport|location=Zurich, Switzerland|iata=ZRH|icao=LSZH|aptype=Commercial|website=http://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch|mapurl=|mapsource=|atctower=118.1|atcground=121.850 (North)
121.750 (South)|atcclearance=121.800|atcapproach=118.000 (West via GIPOL) 
120.750 (North/East) via AMIKI/RILAX 119.700 125.325 Final (rarely used):|atcdeparture=125.950|atcatis=128.525 (phone: +41438162294)|atcunicom=|psh=http://www.plane-spotting-hotels.com/index.php/plane-spotting-zurich/}}

Zurich airport is the only airport of the city of Zurich, the Swiss centre of finance and economy.
The airport is located about 10 kilometers northeast of the city and can easily be reached by car, bus or train.
 
Today there are about 100 airlines offering almost 150 connections to every continent in the world except Australia. 17.3 million passengers were handled in 2004. In 2003 the new terminal, terminal E, also called "Midfield", was opened. Three runways, most of which are equipped with an ILS-system are providing a smoothly running service. 

==Runways, Terminals and their usage==

===Runways===
<table border="1" width="1000"><tr><th width="70">Runway:</th><th width="70">Length:</th><th width="100">Equipment:</th><th width="400">Usage:</th><th width="70">In use:</th><th width="200">Diagram:</th></tr>
<tr><td>10</td><td>2500m</td><td>-</td><td>Departing runway with winds from the east. No landings</td><td>rare</td><td rowspan="6">[[Image:Zurich_diag.jpg]]</td></tr>
<tr><td>14</td><td>3300m</td><td>ILS</td><td>Main landing runway, no takeoffs</td><td>always</td></tr>
<tr><td>16</td><td>3700m</td><td>ILS</td><td>Main departing runway for heavies, rarely a landing</td><td>frequently</td></tr>
<tr><td>28</td><td>2500m</td><td>VORDME</td><td>Main departing runway, landings in the evening</td><td>always</td></tr>
<tr><td>32</td><td>3300m</td><td>-</td><td>Departing runway in the morning, no landings</td><td>rare</td></tr>
<tr><td>34</td><td>3700m</td><td>ILS</td><td>Landing rwy morning, sometimes heavy-TOs</td><td>medium</td></tr>
</table>

Because of many people living around the airport are complaining about the noise, the airport authority had to make a detailed concept of runway usage. It is listed in the following table. Of course changes can be made because of reasons like weather, so I recommend listening to the ATIS (128.525) before going spotting.

<table border="1" width="600">
<tr><td width="300">Weekdays (Mo-Fr)</td><td width="400">Weekend, public holidays in southern Germany</td></tr>
<tr><td><table width="300" border="1"><tr><td width="100">06.00-07.00</td><td>Landing Rwy34 Departure Rwy32</td></tr>
<tr><td>07.00-21.00</td><td>Landing Rwy14 Departure Rwys 16&28</td></tr>
<tr><td>21.00-00.30</td><td>Landing Rwy28 Departure Rwys32&34</td></tr></table></td>

<td><table width="400" border="1"><tr><td width="100">06.00-09.00</td><td>Landing Rwy34 Departure Rwy32</td></tr>
<tr><td>09.00-20.00</td><td>Landing Rwy14 Departure Rwys 16&28</td></tr>
<tr><td>20.00-00.30</td><td>Landing Rwy28 Departure Rwys32&34</td></tr></table></td></tr>
</table>

===Terminals and parking stands===

[[Image: zurich_terminals.jpg|thumb|The terminal area. Cutout of Spotting-Points graphic below]]At Zurich airport there are three Terminals, Terminal 1 (former A), Terminal 2 (former B), Terminal E (former Midfield). 
In the table below is listed which airplanes can be seen in which area.

<table>
<tr><td width="100" valign="top">Terminal 1 (A)</td><td width="75"> </td><td width="500">This terminal is mostly used by Swiss for its European destinations using A32X and ARJ. All longhaul flights by Swiss (A332/A343) have moved to Terminal E. Some other European carriers can be found here, for example British Airways. 
Best view from: Spotting Points 1 and 2 </td><td width="240" rowspan="2"></td></tr>

<tr><td valign="top">Terminal 2 (B)</td><td> </td><td>Terminal 2 was closed when Terminal E was opened and the finger docks were demounted. In recent years the interior was used for events, but a complete reconstruction is starting in order to meet criteria for Schengen/non-Schengen traffic. As of Summer 2008, no more longhaul aircraft are being parked at Terminal 2 during the day. Due to a new fence erected for the construction work, only regional aircraft from LX, LH and AF are being parked next to Terminal 2; those longhaul aircraft that used to be parked here throughout the morning now use the cargo apron on the opposite side of runway 16/34.
Terminal 2 will be shortened in order to make space for a dual taxiway and will receive an additional level in order to seperate arriving from departing passengers.

Note, that from end of October 2008 onwards, the observation deck on Terminal 2 is scheduled to be closed for the time of reconstruction. The airport is said to provide enhanced access to the observation deck on Terminal E by bus (details to follow in time).
From what was disclosed by local staff, a observation deck will be part of the remodelled Terminal 2, but likely it will be enclosed in glass.
Best view from: Spotting Point 1 </td></tr>

<tr><td valign="top">Terminal E (Midfield)</td><td> </td><td width="840" colspan="2">The terminal opened in 2003 is the point where all longhaul flights are handled. (Swiss, Emirates, Singapore, Malaysian, United, American, Delta, Continental, Air Canada, Korean, JAL). Gates are also used by charter airlines (Edelweiss, Belair, Air Berlin, ...). 
Best view from: Spotting Point 2, but only the aircraft on the western side of the terminal which is about 1/3 of all aircrafts. </td></tr>

<tr><td valign="top">Mike-Stands</td><td> </td><td width="840" colspan="2">South of Terminal 2 there are the Mike-Stands (designated C and D but served by Taxiway Mike). These are stands served by bus. On these stands mostly medium airliners (A32X, B737, MD8X) from Lufthansa, SAS, Austrian and Iberia can be spotted.
 Best view from: Spotting Point 1 (a little far away) and 5</td></tr>

</table>

==ATC==

Using an airband receiver can be very helpful to know what's going on. Luckily using airband receivers in Switzerland is allowed and police ignores it. I have never had any problems and there are many enthusiasts using airband receivers here.
I recommend listening to the tower because it is the most used frequency and you know about every landing and takeoff that is being performed.
Frequencies are listed at the beginning of this article.

There are different streams of Zurich-ATC at [http://www.liveatc.net LiveATC.net]

[http://audio.liveatc.net:8012/lszh.m3u Stereo-Feed of Lower/Upper-Radar] 
[http://audio.liveatc.net:8012/lszh4.m3u Feed of Tower, Arrival, Departure]

==Spotting Locations==

[[Image:zurich_spot.jpg|thumb|Spotting-Map]] In Zurich there are plenty of spotting positions some of which are really excellent. I designed a layer with all spotting-points for "Google Earth". [http://www.planepics.org/zurich_spotting.kmz Download (1,3KB)] 

The spotting-tips below refer to the numbers shown on the graphic on the right. 

The first points (point 1 - point 5) are located at the airport. You can get there by car, by bus or by train.
Public transport is very well organised around the airport, the train station is located right in the airport, the bus terminal in front of the building. There are trains from Zurich Main station (Zurich HB) to the airport about every 15 minutes. The airport is an important bus-hub for the whole region. 
[http://fahrplan.zvv.ch/?lg=te Check PT-Timetable]

===Position 1: Observation Deck Terminal 2===

The observation deck which is located on the roof of the whole terminal 2 is probably the most famous spotting point, because it is easy to reach, you have a great view on the planes as well as a restaurant.
Since terminal 2 has been shut down there isn't so much action anymore - nevertheless the observation deck remains an excellent spotting point, for example to watch the outbounds on rwy16.
The entrance fee is 2 francs, the location is open from 08.00-21.00 in the summer (27.3.-31.10) and 09.00-18.00 in the winter (1.11.-26.3.)
At the entrance to the observation desk there is a safety check like for normal passengers, but there are no restrictions for liquids. Tickets can be bought in the kiosk right beside the entrance.
[http://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch/ZRH/?ID_site=1&le=2&d=cnt/ATRP/en/trp_terrassen.asp&sp=de&u=1&t=Terrassen&ID_level1=6&ID_level2=17&a2=17 Official homepage of the observation deck]

Getting there: In the airport: Follow the signs to terminal 2 or "observation desk" 
Equipment: Large observation desk with a shop, a restaurant, toilets, children's playground. Ticket shop for bus tours 
Visible: Departures Rwy16, landings&departures Rwy34, aircraft taxiing on Echo, aircraft parked at terminal 2 
Zoom: Je nach Perspektive. 100-300mm für Rwy16-TOs und Rwy34-Landungen, 50-150mm für E-taxiing, 17-100 für Flugzeuge am Terminal 
Time: early morning until 1-2 pm 
Example shots: 

[[Image:zrh_1_1.jpg|left|thumb|Landing Rwy34]][[Image:zrh_1_2.jpg|left|thumb|Acfts in front of the deck and at HP Rwy16]][[Image:zrh_1_3.jpg|left|thumb|Takeoffs Rwy16]][[Image:zrh_1_5.jpg|left|thumb|Acft parked at Term.2]][[Image:zrh_1_6.jpg|left|thumb|Acft taxiing on Echo]] 

===Position 2: Observation Deck Terminal E (Midfield)===

When planning the new terminal they seem to have thought of the visitors and included an observation desk. This one is located on the western end of the roof, and you have access to about 1/3 of the terminal. 
This observation desk can only be reached by bus departing from the obs-deck terminal 2 (Point 1) on Wednesdays (13.15-16.45) and on the weekend (11.45-16.45) every 30 minutes. Adolescents (6-16 years) have to pay 2 franks for a ticket, adults 4 franks. Tickets can be bought at the ticket office on the observation deck Terminal 2 (point 1) 
On this observation deck you have a great view on foreign heavies and you are nearer to departures on Rwy28, although you might be facing into the sun. Furthermore, you have an excellent view onto Rwy16/34! [http://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch/ZRH/?ID_site=1&le=2&d=cnt/ATRP/en/trp_terrassen.asp&sp=de&u=1&t=Terrassen&ID_level1=6&ID_level2=17&a2=17 Official Homepage] 
Getting there: Get to point 1, buy a ticket and do a bus-ride. 
Equipment: Quite a large area, equipped with vending machines and toilets 
Visible: Aircrafts at terminal E, Takeoffs Rwy28, 16, 34, aircrafts taxiing to Rwy16 
Zoom: Depending on the target. 100-300mm for TOs, 17-100mm for parked aircraft 
Time: early morning until 3pm 
Example shots: 

==Regular Traffic==

Because of Zurich being quite an important international HUB there are some interesting planes around waiting to be spotted.
Besides the big European carriers which usually send their standard medium equipment to Zurich, many big carriers from other continents can be seen here arriving with their heavies. Some of these are:
American, Continental, Delta, Emirates, JAL, Malaysian, Singapore, Thai, United. In addition to that you have the Swiss lognhaul-fleet (9 A332 + 9 A343) as well as the heavies of local charter airlines Edelweiss (1 A332) and Belair (1 B763) which you don't see that often in Europe.
To be up to date in terms of traffic the best thing is to have a look at the official online timetable which even displays the registrations!

[http://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch/ZRH?ID_site=1&le=2&d=flg/arrivals.aspx&ID=3&sp=de&u=1&ID_level1=1&ID_level2=2&ID_level3=324&t=Masterflights&a3=324]Arrivals

[http://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch/ZRH?ID_site=1&le=2&d=flg/arrivals.aspx&ID=2&coo=1&sp=de&u=1&ID_level1=1&ID_level2=2&ID_level3=327&t=n%E4chster%20Tag&a3=327]Arrivals next day (avail. from 1900LT)

[http://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch/ZRH?ID_site=1&le=2&d=flg/departures.aspx&ID=3&sp=de&u=1&ID_level1=1&ID_level2=3&ID_level3=326&t=Masterflights&a3=326]Departures

[http://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch/ZRH?ID_site=1&le=2&d=flg/departures.aspx&ID=2&coo=1&sp=de&u=1&ID_level1=1&ID_level2=3&ID_level3=328&t=n%E4chster%20Tag&a3=328]Departures
next day (avail. from 1900LT)

[http://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch/dokumente/?ID_site=1&sp=de&doku=timetable_w05-06.pdf&dtit=timetable_w05-06.pdf&ID_doku=3066 Download Winter-Timetable 05/06 as PDF]



The following table covers the heavies of the Summer flightplan 2005. It is not accurate anymore and simply intended to give you an impression of what's going on at Zurich.

<table width="1000" border="1">
<tr><th width="200">Airline</th><th width="100">Callsign</th><th width="200">From/To</th><th width="100">Arrival:</th><th width="100">Departure:</th><th width="100">Aircraft</th><th width="200">Days: (1=Monday)</th></tr>

<tr><td> </td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Air Canada</td><td>ACA787/879</td><td>Toronto</td><td>10.05</td><td>11.40</td><td>B763</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>American</td><td>AAL64/65</td><td>NY JFK</td><td>10.45</td><td>13.00</td><td>B763</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>American</td><td>AAL36/37</td><td>Dallas</td><td>07.55</td><td>10.20</td><td>B763</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Continental</td><td>COA78/79</td><td>Newark</td><td>08.40</td><td>10.45</td><td>B762</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Delta</td><td>DAL66/67</td><td>Atlanta</td><td>08.30</td><td>10.30</td><td>B763</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Emirates</td><td>UAE087/088</td><td>Dubai</td><td>13.20</td><td>15.45</td><td>A345/A343</td><td>1234567 (A343: 1+3)</td></tr>
<tr><td>JAL</td><td>JAL451/452</td><td>Tokyo NRT</td><td>15.55</td><td>17.50</td><td>B744</td><td>1--4-6-</td></tr>
<tr><td>Korean</td><td>KAL917/918</td><td>Seoul</td><td>18.25</td><td>20.25</td><td>A332</td><td>-2-4-6-</td></tr>
<tr><td>Malaysian</td><td>MAS10/9</td><td>Kuala Lumpur</td><td>06.15</td><td>12.50</td><td>B772</td><td>-2-4-6-</td></tr>
<tr><td>Singapore</td><td>SIA346/345</td><td>Singapore</td><td>06.30</td><td>13.25</td><td>B773</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>South African</td><td>SAA274/275</td><td>Johannesbourg</td><td>07.07</td><td>20.25</td><td>A342</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR16/17</td><td>NY JFK</td><td>08.15</td><td>10.00</td><td>A332/A343</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR52/53</td><td>Boston</td><td>08.15</td><td>13.00</td><td>A332/A343</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR40/41</td><td>Los Angeles</td><td>15.55</td><td>12.50</td><td>A343</td><td>dep: 1-3456- arr: -2-4567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR96/97</td><td>São Paulo</td><td>11.05</td><td>22.30</td><td>A343</td><td>dep: -234-67 arr: 1-3456-</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR8/9</td><td>Chciago</td><td>08.35</td><td>12.50</td><td>A332</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR86/87</td><td>Montreal</td><td>06.20</td><td>12.55</td><td>A332</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR272/273</td><td>Duala via Malabo</td><td>06.15</td><td>09.45</td><td>A332</td><td>dep: -2-4- arr: -3-5-</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR276/277</td><td>Yaounde via Malabo</td><td>06.25</td><td>12.15</td><td>A332</td><td>dep: -6- arr: -7-</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR288/289</td><td>Johannesbourg</td><td>06.10</td><td>22.20</td><td>A343</td><td>dep: 123-567 arr: 1234-67</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR292/293</td><td>Dar es Salam via Nairobi</td><td>06.25</td><td>09.45</td><td>A332</td><td>dep: 1-3-5 arr: -2-4-6</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR236/237</td><td>Cairo</td><td>19.10</td><td>09.45</td><td>A343</td><td>-234-67</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR254/255</td><td>Tel Aviv</td><td>19.15</td><td>09.50</td><td>A343</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR228/229</td><td>Jeddah via Riyadh</td><td>06.20</td><td>12.40</td><td>A332</td><td>dep: 2-4-7 arr: 3-5-1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR242/243</td><td>Muscat via Dubai</td><td>06.25</td><td>1240</td><td>A332</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR154/155</td><td>Mumbai/Bombay</td><td>06.20</td><td>10.00</td><td>A332</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR168/169</td><td>Tokyo NRT</td><td>15.55</td><td>13.05</td><td>A343</td><td>dep: 12-4567 arr: 123-567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR138/139</td><td>Hong Kong</td><td>06.20</td><td>22.20</td><td>A343</td><td>1234567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Swiss</td><td>SWR182/183</td><td>Singapore via Bangkok</td><td>06.25</td><td>22.20</td><td>A343</td><td>dep: -234567 arr: 12-4567</td></tr>
<tr><td>Thai</td><td>THA970/971</td><td>Bangkok</td><td>07.10</td><td>13.30</td><td>A346/A343</td><td>1234567 (A346: 2-4-6)</td></tr>
<tr><td>United</td><td>UAL936/937</td><td>Wash. D.C.</td><td>08.10</td><td>11.45</td><td>B763</td><td>1234567</td></tr>

</table>

==Facilities and Transportation==

==Links==

Until this article is finished, please take a look at the detailed spotting-description on [http://www.planepics.org/zurich_spot_en.html www.planepics.org]

* [http://www.zrhwiki.ch ZRHwiki] on Zurich International Airport (ZRH/LSZH)

Berlin Schonefeld Airport

2014-12-31T18:59:18Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Germany}}
{{redbox|''Please note that the use of airband scanners in Germany is illegal.''}}
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location=Berlin, Germany|
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icao=EDDB|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.berlin-airport.de/|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?f=q&hl=de&q=SXF&ie=UTF8&z=14&ll=52.379738,13.52005&spn=0.043958,0.105915&t=h&om=1|
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The airport is situated 18 km from the city centre, in a South - South East Direction on the A113.

==Official Spotting Locations==

===Visitors Terrace===
There is a visitors terrace situated on the second floor of Terminal A which offers views of taxiing aircraft, the apron and the Runway 07/25. The entry costs 2€ per person.
Take account of that the visitor terrace is faced to the south so you have backlight all the day.

According to the Airport Terminal plan, there is a restaurant/snack bar situated on the second floor of Terminal A.

Attention: Before you can get onto the terrace there will be a security check!

{{Pplink|954796}}

==Other Spotting Locations==
'''Info tower'''
On the new airport area, which isn't finished yet, a 32m high info tower is already open. You have a great panorama view. From there you can get all the take offs and landings from 25r and 07l.
Opening times: March-October 10am-6pm
November-February 10am-4pm price: 2€

Please note: You need a car to get to the info tower.

'''Airport gates'''
If you turn left after the old terminal D and go to the express center you can look through the gates at the road and take great pics of parked and passing aircraft.
===Location===

==Locations to Avoid==

===Location===

==Regular Traffic==
The Airlines listed are operating to or from Berlin Schönefeld Airport (Data:Winter 2010/11).

Aer Lingus,
Aeroflot,
Arkia,
Astraeus (Iceland Express),
Belavia (Belarussian Airlines),
Condor,
Corendon Airlines,
EasyJet,
Egyptair,
El Al Israel Airlines,
Farnair Europe,
FedEx,
Germania,
Germanwings,
Israir,
Koral Blue Airlines,
Norwegian Air Shuttle,
Pegasus,
Rossiya,
Ryanair,
SkyWings International,
SkyWork Airlines,
Sun Express,
Syrian Arab Airlines,
Tunis Air,
West Air Luxembourg.

==Facilities and Transportation==

The Airport has its own Railway Station and is situated approx 400 metres (5 minute walk) from the Main Terminal Building.

'''From Berlin Tegel Airport:'''
If you are traveling to Schönefeld Airport from Tegel Airport you can take the Bus (X9|109) to bus stop U Jakob-Kaiser-Platz. From there runs the underground railway line U7 to U Rudow.
There you can either take bus 171 or bus X7 to Schönefeld Airport.
Take account that a Busticket for area "C" is necessary to continue your journey.

'''From Berlin Zoologischer Garten:'''
It is also served by a regular Airport Express bus service from - Berlin-Zoologischer Garten station to Schoenefeld station in just 31 minutes with the AirportExpress. You'll come across large information posters and new appropriate pictograms in the main halls of the larger Berlin stations showing the way to the right train. There are even special waiting areas for the AirportExpress. There you can glean information regarding train departure times and important service numbers. A terminal map points the quickest way to your flight.

==External Links==
*[http://www.planeboys.de/ www.planeboys.de]

Berlin Schonefeld Airport

2014-12-31T18:48:01Z

Speedbird240: /* Other Spotting Locations */

{{categorybox|Europe|Germany}}
{{redbox|''Please note that the use of airband scanners in Germany is illegal.''}}
{{infobox|fullname=Berlin Schonefeld Airport|
location=Berlin, Germany|
iata=SXF|
icao=EDDB|
aptype=Commercial|
website=http://www.berlin-airport.de/|
mapurl=http://maps.google.de/maps?f=q&hl=de&q=SXF&ie=UTF8&z=14&ll=52.379738,13.52005&spn=0.043958,0.105915&t=h&om=1|
mapsource=Google Maps|
atctower=120.025|
atcground=121.600|
atcclearance=|
atcapproach=119.625|
atcdeparture=120.625|
atcatis=124.950|
atcunicom=}}

The airport is situated 18 km from the city centre, in a South - South East Direction on the A113.

==Official Spotting Locations==

===Visitors Terrace===
There is a visitors terrace situated on the second floor of Terminal A which offers views of taxiing aircraft, the apron and the Runway 07/25. The entry costs 2€ per person.
Take account of that the visitor terrace is faced to the south so you have backlight all the day.

According to the Airport Terminal plan, there is a restaurant/snack bar situated on the second floor of Terminal A.

Attention: Before you can get onto the terrace there will be a security check!

{{Pplink|954796}}

==Other Spotting Locations==

On the new airport area, which isn't finished yet, is already a 30 meter high spotting tower opened. You have a great panorama view. From there you can get all the take offs and landings from 25r and 07l.

===Location===

==Locations to Avoid==

===Location===

==Regular Traffic==
The Airlines listed are operating to or from Berlin Schönefeld Airport (Data:Winter 2010/11).

Aer Lingus,
Aeroflot,
Arkia,
Astraeus (Iceland Express),
Belavia (Belarussian Airlines),
Condor,
Corendon Airlines,
EasyJet,
Egyptair,
El Al Israel Airlines,
Farnair Europe,
FedEx,
Germania,
Germanwings,
Israir,
Koral Blue Airlines,
Norwegian Air Shuttle,
Pegasus,
Rossiya,
Ryanair,
SkyWings International,
SkyWork Airlines,
Sun Express,
Syrian Arab Airlines,
Tunis Air,
West Air Luxembourg.

==Facilities and Transportation==

The Airport has its own Railway Station and is situated approx 400 metres (5 minute walk) from the Main Terminal Building.

'''From Berlin Tegel Airport:'''
If you are traveling to Schönefeld Airport from Tegel Airport you can take the Bus (X9|109) to bus stop U Jakob-Kaiser-Platz. From there runs the underground railway line U7 to U Rudow.
There you can either take bus 171 or bus X7 to Schönefeld Airport.
Take account that a Busticket for area "C" is necessary to continue your journey.

'''From Berlin Zoologischer Garten:'''
It is also served by a regular Airport Express bus service from - Berlin-Zoologischer Garten station to Schoenefeld station in just 31 minutes with the AirportExpress. You'll come across large information posters and new appropriate pictograms in the main halls of the larger Berlin stations showing the way to the right train. There are even special waiting areas for the AirportExpress. There you can glean information regarding train departure times and important service numbers. A terminal map points the quickest way to your flight.

==External Links==
*[http://www.planeboys.de/ www.planeboys.de]