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| Coordinates | N512700 E0052230 (WGS84) Google Maps |
| Elevation | 74 ft |
| Location indicator | EHEH |
The history of the Cold War airfields: Eindhoven
During the Cold War
In the 1950s
Situation
Eindhoven airfield and surrounding airways and restricted areas on a map 1956
Radio beacons
- NDB: 397 "PE", 265°/7.0 NM to field
Radar
GCA
Radio communication
- Homer 117.9
- Tower 117.9, 116.1, 121.5, 243.0, 257.8
- Gonio 121.1
In the 1970s
Situation
Eindhoven Airport on a map of the US Department of Defense from 1972
Source: ONC E-2 (1972), Perry-Castañeda Library Map Collection, University of Texas at Austin
Runways
Data for the year 1971:
- 08R/26L
In the 1980s and early 1990s
Runways
Data for the year 1990:
- 04/22: 3000 m x 45 m Concrete
Radio beacons
Data for the year 1990:
- TACAN: CH119 "EHV", at field
- NDB: 397 "EHN"
Today
Installations
Rebuilt completely, now suitable for large transport airplanes.
Links
- Eindhoven Airport - Homepage
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