Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase

Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the DE AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz is a medium airport located in the Wurster Nordseeküste region of northern Germany, serving as a naval airbase. Situated at 74 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides strategic maritime aviation capabilities along the North Sea coast. Its primary runway 08/26 spans 8,002 feet and offers concrete surface operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Nordholz demonstrates significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 46.9% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 25% of observations. Pilots can expect prevailing southwestern winds averaging 9.2 knots, with temperature ranges from -12°C to 25°C. Historically, September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location introduces maritime meteorological influences, characterized by consistent southwestern wind patterns. With only 0.1% calm wind conditions, pilots should anticipate steady airflow. The runway benefits from 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of just 5.3 knots, providing relatively straightforward navigation.

Approach Considerations

Given the predominant southwestern wind direction at 225 degrees, runway 08/26 typically offers optimal approach conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present in only 5.5% of observations). Pilots should be prepared for potential maritime weather transitions, particularly during shoulder seasons.