Nörvenich

1Runway 24

The east side approach, near the 24 threshold, is the best spot to take pictures and note the serials. There is a road near the perimeter fence that gives numerous positions for your best spot on the approaching aircraft. Furthermore, it offers a view on the taxiing aircraft, that can also be photographed using a short ladder. Be advised that use of the road by motorised vehicles is only allowed for local traffic, between Onnau and the L495. Do not park at the crash gate.

2Hangar area

With the introduction of the Eurofighter, new hangars were built on the southwest side of the base, (a former shelter area used by the 81st TFW A-10 as a FOL-base!). Walking the dirt road, from spot 1 along the fence near the former shelter area, can give a view of EF2000s on the taxiways between the hangars. The view is mostly blocked though, by vegetation, other buildings and blast fences.

3Approach runway 06

At the western approach, reading the numbers is still easy but photography can be bit more of a challenge. The road B477 is lower than the base itself, so the aircraft are relatively high and there is no view of the base or the runway. Taking position a bit further from the centreline may be a good idea, especially with today's telephoto options. You may find a view on the western part of the base from a nearby dirt road, however. Obviously, if preferred, departures from runway 24 can be photographed here with a long lens.