Civil Airfield Wangen Lachen (LSPV) PPR

Wangen-Lachen (LSPV) is a PPR airfield situated directly on Lake Zurich, offering a scenic approach and a 500 m runway. The airfield operates without a tower, and pilots must adhere to the published circuit and altitude procedures, making position reports on the radio. For PPR, call +41 55 460 10 20; additional information is available on www.flugplatzwangen.ch. Starts on runway 26 are restricted from 12:00 to 13:30 unless special permission is obtained. The field is open during daylight hours including civil twilight.

Landing fees for aircraft up to 1,000 kg are about CHF 20, and above that about CHF 25. Example: landing fee about CHF 25. Overnight parking costs about CHF 15 per night. Customs clearance is possible but incurs a fee of CHF 50; advance arrangements may be required and details are available on the website. Fuel is available only on request and on weekends.

Facilities include a well-regarded restaurant with views of the airfield and lake. Parking for visitors is on grass, nose-in to the runway; overnight stays should be clearly communicated by radio. There is no connection to public transport from the airfield.

Pilots should review the ground chart carefully for parking, avoid propeller wash near the restaurant terrace, and be aware of potential congestion during busy periods, especially when backtracking for departures on runway 26. Watch for sailing boats in the channel when departing from runway 26. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.