Taszár Air Base

Taszár Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the HU AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Taszár Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in southwestern Hungary, positioned near the town of Taszár at coordinates 46.393101, 17.917500. Situated at an elevation of 531 feet above mean sea level, the airport serves regional aviation needs in Somogy County. Its primary runway 16/34 extends approximately 8,205 feet in length, accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 531 feet suggests a relatively moderate terrain environment with potential for variable weather conditions typical of central European climates. Pilots should anticipate seasonal temperature and wind variations that could impact aircraft performance and approach dynamics. The geographic location indicates potential for thermal activities and localized weather patterns common in the Hungarian landscape.

Notable Features

Taszár Air Base is positioned in a region with gentle topographical characteristics, which likely provides relatively straightforward approach and departure scenarios. The substantial runway length of 8,205 feet enables operations for a wide range of aircraft types and provides significant operational flexibility. Its positioning in southwestern Hungary suggests potential interactions with regional airspace structures and neighboring airport traffic.

Approach Considerations

The single runway (16/34) indicates that wind conditions and local meteorological factors will significantly influence landing and takeoff preferences. Pilots should prepare for potential crosswind scenarios given the runway's orientation. While specific approach procedures are not definitively known from the provided data, standard instrument approach considerations should be thoroughly reviewed prior to operations at this airport.