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Twente Airport (EHTW/ENS) — Enschede, Netherlands

Twente Airport (EHTW/ENS) serves Enschede, Netherlands. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (05/23, 11/29). Field elevation is 114 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 6/10
Observed Activity · Jul 23
5 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 15:00Z
2026-07-192026-07-23
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: EHTW
  • Name: Twente Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: 52.275833
  • Longitude: 6.889167
  • Elevation: 114 ft
  • Country: Netherlands
  • Municipality: Enschede
  • IATA Code: ENS
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/Amsterdam
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 05/23

  • Designation: 05/23
  • Dimensions: 2987x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 11/29

  • Designation: 11/29
  • Dimensions: 1999x25m
  • Surface: Demo'd asphalt
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: N/A
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 132.355, 119.955 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: Twente Airport Operations; PPR for all visiting aircraft.
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: EUR 10-40 based on MTOW
  • Parking Fee: EUR 5-20 per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Twente Airport (Enschede). Former RNLAF base. Converted to civil GA/business aviation. Event flights.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available with advance notice. Limited fuel infrastructure post-military conversion.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available for GA traffic.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen area. Customs/border by prior arrangement. Koninklijke Marechaussee on request.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 23:00
  • Curfew End: 07:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Night curfew. Runway 05/23, 2413m. Former military runway. GA/business aviation focus. Near German border.

Airport Services

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Netherlands Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 5 working days before flight
Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights generally do not require landing permits. Must land at/depart from international airports. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What fuel is available at EHTW?
Twente Airport offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
Does EHTW require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Twente Airport (Netherlands).
Does EHTW require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Twente Airport.
Where is EHTW located?
Twente Airport (EHTW) is located in Enschede, Netherlands.
What is the IATA code for EHTW?
The IATA code for Twente Airport is ENS.
How long is the runway at EHTW?
The main runway at Twente Airport (05/23) measures 2987x45m.
Is EHTW a port of entry?
Yes, Twente Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.