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Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (EDSB/FKB) — Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden, Germany

Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (EDSB/FKB) serves Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden, Germany. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (03/21). Field elevation is 408 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
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Observed Activity · Jul 23
24 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 07:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-23
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EDSB
  • Name: Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 48.7794
  • Longitude: 8.0805
  • Elevation: 408 ft
  • Country: Germany
  • Municipality: Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden
  • IATA Code: FKB
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: EDGG
  • Timezone: Europe/Berlin
  • Distance from City: 12.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03/21

  • Designation: 03/21
  • Dimensions: 10236 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt/Concrete
  • PCN: 120/F/B/W/T
  • Lighting: ALS, SFL, PAPI, REIL, edge lights, center line lights
  • NAVAIDs: ILS 03 CAT I (IKBE 109.95), ILS 21 CAT IIIb (IKBW 109.10), NDB KBA 431, DME KBD 115.80
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I (RWY 03), ILS CAT IIIb (RWY 21), NDB/GPS
  • Remarks: TORA/ASDA 3000m, TODA 3060m, LDA 2740m. Displaced thresholds both ends (260m). Physical pavement 3120x45m.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 134.105 MHz
  • Ground: 121.830 MHz
  • Operations: 128.949 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 119.580 MHz
  • ATIS: 121.280 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 05:00 21:00
Tuesday 05:00 21:00
Wednesday 05:00 21:00
Thursday 05:00 21:00
Friday 05:00 21:00
Saturday 05:00 21:00
Sunday 05:00 21:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Weekdays 06:00-22:00 local = 05:00-21:00 UTC (winter CET) / 04:00-20:00 UTC (summer CEST). Sun/holidays 09:00-20:00 local = 08:00-19:00 UTC (winter) / 07:00-18:00 UTC (summer). PPR extends 1hr beyond closing on weekdays for aircraft >5.7t MTOM. RFFS up to ICAO Cat 10.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +49 7229 53222332
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +49 7229 662333
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.baden-airpark.de
  • Remarks: Luftaufsicht: [email protected], +49 7229 662333. General: [email protected], +49 7229 662000. Ops: +49 7229 662365. ATIS phone: +49 7229 53222332. PDC/DCL via Hoppie datalink (logon: EDSB).

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: +49 7229 662333 / [email protected]
  • Remarks: PPR required for aircraft >5.7t MTOM operating 22:00-23:00 weekdays and 06:00-09:00 / 22:00-23:00 Sundays/holidays (local time). Aircraft ≤5.7t: no PPR during published hours.

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Schengen zone airport. Customs available on request for non-Schengen flights. Contact airport operations in advance.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Propeller ≤9000kg MTOM: EUR 8.72-10.10 per 1000kg (Noise Cat A), EUR 16.18-26.87 (Cat B), EUR 24.80-46.13 (Cat C). Rotorcraft: EUR 15.40-36.16 by weight class. Effective 01 Jan 2023.
  • Parking Fee: 3.95 EUR per 1000kg MTOM per 24h (>2t), minimum 10.96 EUR; first 3 hours free
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Propeller ≤1400kg: 8.72 EUR (cat A) / 16.18 (cat B) / 24.80 (cat C) flat. 1400-2000kg: 16.36/26.87/46.13 flat. Rotorcraft: ≤1400kg 15.40, 1400-2000kg 36.16, >2000kg 19.42/1000kg. Hangar daily: 0.75 EUR per 100kg MTOM (min 18 EUR). Ultralight landing: 15.25 EUR. Full schedule: baden-airpark.de/en/passengers-visitors/aviation-sector/airport-charges-fkb/

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: 2.28
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Price incl. VAT 19% and energy tax (as of Jan 2026). Fueling limit €1,500 per transaction (cash/card). Multiple suppliers available.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: 2.72
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Price incl. VAT 19% and energy tax (as of Jan 2026). Fueling limit €1,500 per transaction.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen zone. EU/EEA passport holders use fast-track lanes. Non-Schengen flights require advance coordination with border police.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 20:00
  • Curfew End: 04:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: 3
  • Remarks: Weekday curfew 21:00-05:00 local = 20:00-04:00 UTC (winter) / 19:00-03:00 UTC (summer). Sun/holidays 19:00-08:00 local. Strict ban 23:00-06:00 local (no exceptions). Bonus-list aircraft >5.7t may extend to 22:00 local with PPR. Chapter 2 aircraft >75000 lbs banned per EU regulation.

Alternates

EDTO

  • ICAO: EDTO
  • Name: Offenburg
  • Distance (NM): 20.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

LFST

  • ICAO: LFST
  • Name: Entzheim
  • Distance (NM): 23.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Strasbourg.

EDTL

  • ICAO: EDTL
  • Name: Lahr
  • Distance (NM): 26.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance for non-Schengen arrivals with 2 hours prior notice.

EDRZ

  • ICAO: EDRZ
  • Name: Zweibrucken
  • Distance (NM): 37.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDFM

  • ICAO: EDFM
  • Name: Mannheim City
  • Distance (NM): 45.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

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Germany Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A (no permit needed). EASA TCO not required for overflight-only operations.
  • Landing Lead Time: 2 full working days (individual flights, Sat/Sun not counted). 4 weeks (chains of 4+ flights in a series). First-time applicants: allow additional time for documentation review.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt from permits. Airport PPR may apply.

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Active NOTAMs

C2998/26 info
Aerodrome restriction
AD PPR FOR HOSP/MEDEVAC FLT. NOTIFICATION 3H PRIOR ARR/DEP TO +49 7229 66 2320.
2026-07-08 21:00:00 2026-10-07 22:59:00
C2896/26 info
Aerodrome restriction
AD AVBL PPR FOR HOSP/MEDEVAC FLT. NOTICE 3HR PRIOR TO ARR/DEP TO +49 7229 66 2320.
2026-06-30 21:00:00 2026-09-30 04:00:00
C3095/26 caution
DME issue
KARLSRUHE DVOR/DME KRH 115.95MHZ/CH106Y, DME PART ON MAINT. DO NOT USE, FALSE INDICATION POSS.
2026-08-10 07:00:00 2026-08-13 13:00:00

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of EDSB?
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden operates from 05:00 to 21:00.
What is the tower frequency at EDSB?
The tower frequency at Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden is 134.105 MHz.
What fuel is available at EDSB?
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Does EDSB require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (Germany).
Does EDSB require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden.
Where is EDSB located?
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (EDSB) is located in Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden, Germany.
What is the IATA code for EDSB?
The IATA code for Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden is FKB.
How long is the runway at EDSB?
The main runway at Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (03/21) measures 10236 X 148.
Does EDSB have an ILS approach?
Yes, Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 03/21.
Is EDSB a port of entry?
Yes, Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.