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From unpaved runway to international airport…

Like many other regional airport, Breda International Airport starts out as an unpaved runway for gliders. Airport “Seppe” makes name as a business airport when the runway is paved in 2002. Airport Seppe was opened as a glider airport in 1949. “Gliding was the only possible and affordable option back then”, Charles Jacobs, director of Breda International Airport, explains. “Older airplanes, used in the war, were used as towing planes. It was later, in 1961, that Seppe became an official aviation area. Then, motorized planes could land.”

Fast connections

Developments in aviation are moving along with economic developments. “In 1992, we had more flight movements than we have now. The world is changing continuously. We compete with other fast connections, like the TGV. But if you want to be in the southern part of France, a plane is the fastest option. This is also the case for places that are hard to reach, anywhere in Europe.” Important for airport Seppe was the pavement of the runway in 2002. This increased safety and independence of weather conditions. That last fact is very important, especially for business aviation.

Quality education

Apart from the continuous improvement of facilities, education of pilots is important. Jacobs himself started this in 1986, when opening up a pilot training school. Flight school Breda Aviation, currently owned by someone else, focusses on a professional and decent education of pilots. “We believe that is very important. Disciplined pilots are needed for aviation safety. Also for local residents, it is pleasant if all pilots fly well and in a safe way.”

Flying Museum Seppe

Last but not least, Jacobs points out to Flying Museum Seppe; an organization whose main purpose it is to exhibit historic aircrafts and to keep them flying in the air. Modern, motorized aviation is still young, but its’ history can be seen in the museum, from the very beginning up until now. The majority of the collection is airworthy and can be seen in the air on a regular basis.

Breda International Airport

Welcome to the website of Breda International Airport. The airport offers various kinds of aviation as well as a wide range of possibilities regarding recreation and leisure. Breda International Airport is also an high-quality and dynamic place for receiving guests and organizing meetings.

Opening hours

Mon. to Sat. : 08:00h to 20.00h
Sun. : 09:00h to 20:00h

During this opening hours the airport is opened when this is within 15 minutes of the daylight period. At request by the airport service, it is possible to provide a temporary expand of this opening hours.

Contact

Breda International Airport NV
Pastoor van Breugelstraat 93
NL-4744 RC Bosschenhoofd
E info@breda-airport.eu
E havendienst@breda-airport.eu
T 00 31 (0) 165 312 470

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