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Regional Airport · Netherlands

EHLWLWR

Leeuwarden Air Base

Leeuwarden, Netherlands

ICAO

EHLW

IATA

LWR

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

3 ft

Country

Netherlands

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at EHLW

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Leeuwarden Air Base (EHLW / LWR) in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

EHLW is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Netherlands

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Netherlands.

Applicable permit lead times for Netherlands are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Netherlands are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at EHLW

Direct FBO and handler coordination at EHLW covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Jet A1 Fuel at EHLW

Fuel on record at Leeuwarden Air Base: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to EHLW

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for EHLW: 53° 13′ 44″ N 5° 45′ 40″ E; elevation 3 ft; local time UTC+1.

Crew Services in Leeuwarden

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Leeuwarden.

Field Information

Leeuwarden Air Base

Latitude
53° 13′ 44″ N
Longitude
5° 45′ 40″ E
ICAO code
EHLW
IATA code
LWR
Municipality
Leeuwarden
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
—
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To LWR?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for EHLW.

Submit flight inquiry for EHLW

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – EHLW

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Leeuwarden Air Base?

The ICAO code is EHLW and the IATA code is LWR.

Is Jet A1 available at EHLW?

Yes. Fuel on record at Leeuwarden Air Base is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What time zone does EHLW operate in?

Leeuwarden Air Base operates on UTC+1.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for EHLW?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for EHLW.