Airports & Briefings

All briefings & charts for all Danish Airports

EKCH - Copenhagen/Kastrup
EKBI - Billund Airport
EKYT - Aalborg
EKAH - Aarhus
EKRN - Rønne
Charts of EKDK Airports

EKCH - Copenhagen/Kastrup

TOBT

During peak times Copenhagen adhere to A-CDM. This is to minimize delays. In order to ensure an on time departure please do the following.

Fila a flightplan with a realistic EOBT (Estimate off block time)
Log onto the network in good time.
Go to cdm.vatsim-scandinavia.org
Confirm the time, or select a precise time when you will be ready
MAKE SURE you are ready within +/-5 minutes of that time
- An on time departure is still not guaranteed but highly increased in likelihood

Available stands

Overview

Copenhagen - Kastrup airport is the biggest in Scandinavia with 25.000.000 passengers served in 2023.

ALWAYS remember, if you are unsure or in doubt then ask. We will always do our best to help you out!

Copenhagen Airport Pilot Briefing 2024.pdf

Use of stands

In Kastrup, there are 3 main terminals. Terminal 1 & 2 is for Schengen flights, Terminal 3 for Non-Schengen & Shengen. CPH GO is for low-cost carriers.

Which airline parks where?

A Stands - Shengen only

B Stands - Schengen only

C Stands - NON Schengen only

D Stands - Flexible

E Stands - Flexible

F Stands - Flexible

G Stands - Cargo only

All cargo operators park at stands G120 - G137

General aviation / Business jets & misc.

In regards to GA, EKCH normally doesn't receive those. They normally prefer EKRK (Roskilde).
However if/when they come to EKCH they park at either A31 - A34, G15 - G19 or if they are parked here for some time, at Apron West.
VIPs (i.e. state visit, royals, pop-groups) always park at W1 (Wilhelm Lauritzen Terminal)
Bizz-jets normally park at A31 - A34 or in case of long term parking, at Apron West
Helicopters park at G110 or G111

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IFR clearance

Initial contact is with Clearance Delivery, reporting callsign, stand number, and latest ATIS identification letter.
Remember to read/listen to the entire ATIS as there might be some specific info related to you, especially if you are unable to perform customized pushback!

Requesting De-Icing

If you require de-ice prior to your departure, request with your departure clearance request.

Push-back

All stands require pushback (except F89 - F91 & Prop/Bizz-jet at A25 - A34) All stands have designated release points and a secondary point. However, ATC can deviate from standard procedures if it's more optimal for the current traffic situation.
If you for some reason is unable to perform a pushback to one of these points, you MUST inform the controller when asking for pushback!

Taxi

In Copenhagen we have standard taxi routes, however, those are subject to traffic conditions, and can at any time be changed by a controller.

Standard taxi routes Runway 22R/22L specific

Standard taxi routes Runway 04R/04L specific

### Runways

In Copenhagen, we have 3 runways, 04R/22L, 04L/22R & 12/30.

The 2 parallel runways are the primary with the Left being used for landings and the Right for departures.
Runway 12/30 is only to be used when crosswind exceeds 15 - 20 knots on the parallels.

All runways have ILS, which always will be used, if not visual. Only 04L and 22L have ILS CATIII

SIDs

Depending on destination and routing each SID can be chosen at pilots discretion, However.
BETUD is NOT used on Vatsim
KOPEX is PROP ONLY
LANGO & NEXEN is JET ONLY
EKYT & EKAH arrivals must use the GOLGA
If SALLO is a waypoint in the Flightplan this MUST be used and NOT SIMEG

When creating the Flightplan do NOT include the identifier (i.e. 2C), simply write the waypoint name.

ALL SIDS HAVE INITIAL CLIMB OF FL070 from RWY 22R/04R & 4000 ft. from RWY 12/30!

STARs

Arrivals into Copenhagen come from 5 directions, and all have the following items to know.

Initial fix
- Also the name of the STAR
Holding fix
- Where the holdings are on the arrivals
Handover fix
- Where you are handed over to the approach controller
Path to the Vector fix
- Path until the arrival culminates in a vector

Holdings

Every STAR has a holding, either on the first or second point on the STAR. You can expect holdings in peak hours

STAR	Point of Holding	Inbound course	Turn	Time of leg
TESPI	ROSBI	103˚	Left	1 min
TUDLO	LUGAS	073˚	Left	1 min
MONAK	CODAN (CDA)	032˚	Right	1 min
TIDVU	TIDVU	294˚	Right	1 min
ERNOV	ERNOV	179˚	Left	1 min

The path after handover to APP

When handed over to APP you will continue to fly on the RNAV arrival until you reach the “Vector fix”. After you reach this fix you must continue on the Specified Vector until you are turned in by APP! Even if you don’t hear anything you must continue on this Downwind heading as per the charts.

Make sure you comply with all altitude and speed restrictions on the STAR, and advise Copenhagen Approach if you are unable

Approach

ILS is the only approach type normally used with vectors. RWY 04L and 22L have ILS CATIII, whilst the other runways only have ILS CATI.
Visual Approaches can be approved for all A/C types on request to the APP controller.

Direct routings

If traffic permits you might receive directs from both EKDK_CTR and APP.
Control will normally send directs for the Handover fix, you might also get a direct for the initial ILS fix. This WP is however not part of your STAR or ILS, so you will have to manually input it.

EKBI - Billund Airport

Available stands

Overview

Billund Airport is the second largest in Denmark. The airport was originally built in 1964 by LEGO. The airport was back then built to accommodate visitors to the nearby Legoland. The airport has since been taken over by nearby communes and a private company and then expanded to the size we know today. In 2023 the airport had moved nearly 4.000.000 passengers.

ALWAYS remember, if you are unsure or in doubt then ask. We will always do our best to help you out!

Use of stands

In Billund, there are 3 main aprons. The northern one at the terminal building accommodates all passenger planes.
The stands 25 - 26 & 38 - 40 are flex stands, meaning they can accommodate both Schengen and NON-Schengen.
Stand 27 - 37 is Schengen only.

Stand 65 - 94 is used for longer-term parking.

Southern Apron;
Stand 2 - 7 is Cargo
Stand 1 is VIP
The G area is used for General Aviation

The De-Ice pad (J) may be used for Heavy and Super

IFR clearance

Initial contact is with Tower, reporting callsign, stand number, and latest ATIS identification letter.
Remember to read/listen to the entire ATIS as there might be some specific info related to you!

Requesting De-Icing

If you require de-ice before your departure, request it with your departure clearance request.

Push-back

All stand at the terminal and Cargo stands require pushback. The Mid-Apron (Stand 65 - 94) is taxi-out based on A/C type. (Some heavy might require pushback)

IRL pushback is at the pilot's discretion, However on Vatsim, it is up to the individual controller to simulate this or not.

Taxi

When landing RWY 09 pilots are encouraged to continue taxiing via K to hold short at N
For departures, F intersection may be used upon request.
Intersection M may always be used at the Pilot's discretion.

Backtracking via A is NOT allowed for Mediums+, if you require full length, advise the controller and you will receive a taxi via B, F & D.

Runways

In Billund, there is only 1 runway. Both ends have ILS CATII/III. This is the normal procedure.
During direct crosswind situations i.e. winds 180 or 360, 09 may be used for departure and 27 for landing, to ensure shorter taxi times.

SIDs

Depending on destination and routing each SID can be chosen at the pilot's discretion, However.
EKCH arrivals must use the ABINO

When creating the Flightplan do NOT include the identifier (i.e. 2C), simply write the waypoint name.

ALL SIDS HAVE INITIAL CLIMB OF FL060!

STARs

There are no STAR's in Billund.
Expect direct to ILS fix or Vectors.

Approach

ILS Z is the only approach type normally used.
You might receive "Via [FIX] Cleared ILS Z Runway XX" Meaning after that FIX you are cleared for the ILS approach. (See the specified fixes in the pictures below)
Visual Approaches can be approved for all A/C types on request to the APP controller, it is however NOT allowed to overfly the City south of the airport.

Direct routings

If traffic permits you might receive directs from both EKDK_CTR and APP.
The fixes normally given are the ones listed above.

EKYT - Aalborg

Available stands

Overview

Aalborg, or Ålborg, Airport is the third largest in Denmark. The airport was first opened in 1938 as the first provincial airport in Denmark.
The airport played a key role for the Nazis during WWII, as Aalborg was used as a fueling stop for their planes to reach Norway. The airport was heavily expanded by the Nazis during the war, and most of the military part of the airport was built by them.
Today there aren't any Nazis left in the airport, and in 2013 the airport experienced a major upgrade, almost doubling its capacity. In 2023 nearly 300.000 passengers used the airport.

ALWAYS remember, if you are unsure or in doubt then ask. We will always do our best to help you out!

Use of stands

In Aalborg, there are 10 parking spots.

Stand	Destination	Aircraft type
1 - 8	Schengen incl. domestic	PAX
6 - 8	Non Schengen incl. UK	PAX
10	Any destination	Heavy PAX aircraft
11 - 12	VFR, VIP & Misc.	Smaller Aircrafts
Northern apron	Any	Military only!

IFR clearance

Initial contact is with Tower, reporting callsign, stand number, and latest ATIS identification letter.
Remember to read/listen to the entire ATIS as there might be some specific info related to you!

As there are no SIDs in Aalborg your departure clearance will sound like this:

“Cleared to Destination via [Point]/[Flightplan route], FL120, expect level change, squawk 1234, after departure follow noise abatement procedure”

Push-back

All stands at the terminal require pushback, except stands 1 - 3 where Prop and smaller jets may taxi out.

IRL pushback is at the pilot's discretion, However on Vatsim, it is up to the individual controller to simulate this or not.

Taxi

As there only is one taxiway to and from the terminal, there can be waiting time either on RWY 08R/26L or after pushback on C.

ALWAYS vacate south and hold short of RWY 08R/26L

Runways

In Aalborg, there are 2 runways. Whereas RWY 08L/26R is the primary. RWY 08L have ILS CATI and 26R have ILS CATII/III.
Runway 08R/26L is not to be used.

SIDs

There is no SIDs in Aalborg, hence you will always be cleared via a WP.
For flights bound EKRK/EKCH this will be either TESPI or TNO.

After Departure, you must adhere to the standard noise abatement procedures. These are:

RWY 08L - "Turn must not be commenced until having passed 2NM on R-262 AAL VOR." - Meaning after departure fly runway heading until 2 NM to AAL VOR.

RWY 26R - "Turn to the SOUTH must not be commenced until having passed 2000 feet"

STARs

There are no STAR's in Aalborg.
Expect direct to ILS fix or Vectors.

Approach

ILS is the only approach type normally used.
You might receive "Via [FIX] Cleared ILS Runway XX" Meaning after that FIX you are cleared for the ILS approach. The FIXEs are: RWY 08L - GIPUG & RWY 26R - BAKIT
Visual Approaches can be approved for all A/C types on request to the APP controller.

Direct routings

If traffic permits you might receive directs from both EKDK_CTR and APP.
The fixes normally given are the ones listed above, or AAL VOR.

EKAH - Aarhus

Available stands

Overview

Aarhus, or Tirstrup, Airport is the fourth largest in Denmark. Originally built in 1943 by the German Luftwaffe. The 3 boarding communes were built in 1968 the first terminal building and SAS then started their routes to EKCH and a few charter flights. In 2000 the airport became a Limited Company with the nearby laying 6 communes with the main sharehold. In 2017 EU granted money for the expansion, which still is in progress.

ALWAYS remember, if you are unsure or in doubt then ask. We will always do our best to help you out!

Use of stands

In Aarhus, there are 4 normal parking spots.

Stand	Destination	Aircraft type
1 - 3	Schengen incl. domestic	PAX
4	Non Schengen incl. UK	PAX
4	Any Destination	Heavy PAX aircraft
15 - 16	VFR, VIP & Misc.	Smaller Aircrafts
38 - 39	Any	VFR

IFR clearance

Initial contact is with Tower, reporting callsign, stand number, and latest ATIS identification letter.
Remember to read/listen to the entire ATIS as there might be some specific info related to you!

IRL, IFR Clearance is given on the taxi to the RWY. It is up to you whether you want to simulate this or not.

As there are no SIDs in Aarhus your departure clearance will sound like this:

“Cleared to Destination via [Point]/[Flightplan route], FL060, expect level change, squawk 1234, After departure left/right turn toPOINT”

Push-back

All stands are self manouvering, if push is needed it can be requested from ATC.

IRL startup is at the pilot's discretion, However on Vatsim, it is up to the individual controller to simulate this or not.

Taxi

Runway 28R/10L is not used on Vatsim, hence you can expect to use this runway as a taxiway.

Runways

In Aarhus, there are 2 runways. Whereas RWY 10R/28L is the primary. RWY 28L have ILS CATII and 10R have ILS.
Runway 28R/10L is not to be used.

SIDs

There are no SIDs in Aarhus, hence you will always be cleared via a WP.
For flights bound for EKRK/EKCH, this will be either TESPI or TNO.

STARs

There are no STAR's in Aarhus.
Expect direct to ILS fix or Vectors.

Approach

ILS is the only approach type normally used.
You might receive "Via [FIX] Cleared ILS Runway XX" Meaning after that FIX you are cleared for the ILS approach. The FIXEs are The 4 in each picture below.
Visual Approaches can be approved for all A/C types on request to the APP controller.

Direct routings

If traffic permits you might receive directs from both EKDK_CTR and APP.
The fixes normally given are the ones listed above.

EKRN - Rønne

Overview

Rønne, or Bornolm, Airport is the fifth largest in Denmark. Originally built in 1940 built by the local commune to ensure frequent and convenient travel between the island and Copenhagen. In 2023 202.000 passengers used the airport.

ALWAYS remember, if you are unsure or in doubt then ask. We will always do our best to help you out!

Use of stands

In Rønne, there are 3 main aprons.
Apron East is the primary passenger parking.
Apron West is for private A/C
GA parking (North) is a grass field.

IFR clearance

Initial contact is with Tower. As Bornhold is surrounded by Swedish Airspace, the clearance comes via Sweden. Therefore you can expect some delay in your clearance, and quite often you will get start-up and taxi before the clearance is obtained.

Remember to state if you require the latest MET-Report.

As there are no SIDs in Rønne your departure clearance will sound like this:

“Sweden control Clears you to Destination via [Point]/[Flightplan route], 4000’, expect level change, squawk 1234, after departure Direct [Point]”