The airfield Ohlstadt‐Pömetsried, operated by the Sportfliegergruppe Sindfels e.V., is located in the Upper Bavarian pre-Alpine region and offers ideal conditions for Alpine gliding as well as classical gliding training. The location on the outskirts of the Alps opens up excellent opportunities for pilots to fly mountains, thermals and routes – with great views for challenging Alpine routes.
The infrastructure includes a paved runway as well as a large hall shelter for aircraft, modern training rooms, briefing and training offers, as well as the possibility for guest pilots and members to fly with their own aircraft. :
As part of the training at the Ohlstadt airfield, each student pilot first begins with an instruction on the ground, followed by school starts on a double-seater. Thereafter, winch starts or restarts take place. tow take-offs, first solo flights and training in cornering, approach and landing techniques. Once the basic skills are learned, you will be prepared for cross-country flights — including meteorological and navigatory training, as well as landings in other places. Completion shall take place with the theoretical and practical examination for the gliding licence.
In addition, there are special training courses, for example for mountain or mountain ranges. Alpine flight training or aerobatic flight — e.g. by Luftsport-Verband Bayern e.V. (LVB) together with SFG Werdenfels at the Ohlstadt airfield. Thus, the offer is not only aimed at beginners, but also at experienced gliders who want to expand or deepen their skills.
– Entry into gliding training is generally possible from about 14 years. A medical examination is a requirement. :
– For special courses in mountain or alpine flight (e.g. Alpine gliding), are usually already permanent knowledge of thermal and route gliding as well as flight experience required. Often, an F-towing authorization is also required.
– For the use of own aircraft (e.g. Stationing at the site) can additionally be stationing and, if necessary, Parking fees apply.
Ohlstadt airfield offers excellent conditions for mountain and alpine flights due to its convenient location on the edge of the Alps. In suitable weather conditions, so-called Föhn waves are possible, with which heights of up to ten kilometers can be reached – an ideal basis for extended Alpine crossings.
The facility has a large hall with space for several sailplanes including trailers as well as training rooms for theory section, briefings and training. As a result, both ground and flight preparation are well organized – which creates safety, overview and good conditions, especially for novices.
Experienced route and Alpine pilots also appreciate the possibility for guest operations and a cozy ambience: For visitors and guest pilots, sanitary facilities, Wi-Fi, parking spaces and good connections are available; there is also a restaurant on the square.
📞 Phone: +49 8841 7566
✉️ Email: info@flugplatz-ohlstadt.de
📍 Address: Sportfliegergruppe Sindfels e.V., Pömetsried 1, 82441 Ohlstadt