Airport company Schonhagen

What Airport company Schonhagen does

Flugplatz Schönhagen is a regional commercial airfield (Verkehrslandeplatz) operated by Flugplatzgesellschaft Schönhagen mbH and located in Trebbin OT Schönhagen in the Teltow-Fläming district of Brandenburg, Germany. Founded in 1991 with the district of Teltow-Fläming as its main shareholder, it is positioned as the largest commercial airport in Germany's former East German states and serves as an officially designated alternative to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) for aircraft up to 14 tonnes MTOM. The airfield runs a 1,800-meter IFR-equipped runway (07/25), hosts approximately 200 based aircraft (around 190 permanently), and anchors a tenant ecosystem of 45 on-site companies, 5 aviation clubs, and 54 additional companies from Berlin/Brandenburg that base aircraft at the field. Beyond aviation operations, the company operates event and conference venues and offers guided tours as a tourism offering.

The company's core operational assets and service portfolio comprise runway and apron operations, fuel supply across AVGAS, Jet A-1, and Super Plus, hangar and parking rentals, Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) services, real estate and commercial space rentals, car rental, and event/conference venue hosting. Since July 2025 it has additionally supported ED-R Humboldt restricted-area security operations, and it has recently been repositioned under the "Otto Lilienthal Research Airfield" brand with a research partnership with TH Wildau university. A 50,000 m² new construction phase is scheduled to begin in October 2025, and runway 12/30 has been closed and converted into Taxiway K to consolidate flight operations and free land for development.

The business model is a diversified aerodrome-revenue stack: landing and operating fees, fuel sales margins, hangar and parking rentals, FBO service charges, real estate and commercial property leases, car rental commissions, and event venue bookings. Customer segments span business aviation operators, private pilots, aviation service companies (charter, maintenance, flight schools), corporate travel users, tourism and event organizers, and — newly — government/defense operators. Since February 2025 the facility has operated without Prior Permission Required (PPR), reducing access friction and broadening the addressable visiting-aircraft market.

Name

Airport company Schonhagen

Legal name

Flugplatzgesellschaft Schönhagen mbH

Website

https://flugplatz-schoenhagen.aero

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Flugplatz Schönhagen operates the largest commercial regional airfield in Germany's former East German states, serving as a designated alternative to BER for general, business, and commercial aviation up to 14 tonnes MTOM, with 200 based aircraft and a diversified tenant base of aviation and service companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

General Aviation Airport Services

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Private Aviation Terminals & FBO Services (THABAFAH)

Keywords

• General aviation airport
• FBO ground handling
• Aircraft hangar rental
• Aviation fuel sales
• Aviation technology park

Headquarters

HQ city

Trebbin

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Landing and Operating Fees: Landing fees charged per aircraft movement. Fees and charges document valid from 1 January 2025. Additional fees apply for flights during temporary ED-R Humboldt flight restriction area.
2. Fuel Sales: Sale of AVGAS 100 LL, Jet A-1 (with and without energy tax exemption), and Super Plus Aviation fuel. Single-point refueling available. Oil types also sold.
3. Hangar and Parking Rental: Rental of aircraft hangars (Hangar O, G, I, M, V, X) and apron tie-down positions for permanently based and transient aircraft. Hall M provides 2,230 m² of insulated hangar space. Turntable hangars available.
4. FBO Services: Ground handling, towing (up to 14 tonnes), border/customs clearance coordination, flight preparation room, lounge and conference room access, de-icing, engine pre-heating, and shuttle services.
5. Real Estate and Commercial Space Rental: Rental of office space, commercial hangars, and building land in the Aviation Technology Park. New construction phase (starting October 2025) offering ~50,000 m² of developed commercial land with runway access.
6. Car Rental: On-site car rental fleet including Hyundai i10, Mercedes B-Class, Mercedes GLA, Renault ZOE (electric), and Opel Corsa E. Rental via app2drive self-service platform.
7. Event and Conference Venue Rental: Conference and seminar rooms, halls, and outdoor areas rented for events, seminars, media events, customer events, and private celebrations. Restaurant and guesthouse on-site.
8. Guided Experiences: Sale of flight experiences including sightseeing flights, trial flights, gliding, and hot-air balloon trips through on-site operators.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Flugplatz Schönhagen operates a general aviation airfield (Verkehrslandeplatz) near Berlin offering FBO services including aircraft handling, fuel sales (AVGAS 100 LL, Jet A-1, Super Plus Aviation), hangar and parking rentals, border and customs clearance, and ground handling. The airport also operates the Aviation Technology Park with commercial space, office rooms, and building land for aviation companies, plus visitor services such as car rental, shuttle, the Tower Restaurant Cockpit, Tower Lodge guesthouse, and event and conference facilities.

Product overview

Flugplatz Schönhagen is a regional airport (Verkehrslandeplatz) offering a comprehensive range of aviation services. The core offering includes FBO (Fixed Base Operation) services with aircraft handling, fuel sales (AVGAS 100 LL, Jet A-1, SuperPlus Aviation), and hangar accommodations for approximately 190 permanently based aircraft. Supporting services include flight training through five on-site flying schools, aircraft charter and rental, car rental, and shuttle transport. The Aviation Technology Park provides commercial office and hangar space for 45 aviation-related companies including aircraft manufacturers, maintenance firms, and flight operators. Visitor services encompass event and conference facilities, the Tower Restaurant Cockpit, Tower Lodge guesthouse, hot-air balloon services, and gliding experiences. The airport operates under VFR and IFR conditions for aircraft up to 14 tonnes MTOM.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FBO Services (Fixed Base Operation) Full-service FBO operations for general aviation including aircraft handling, parking, border/customs clearance, and fuel sales (Jet A-1, AVGAS 100 LL, Super Plus Aviation). Target users: business aviation operators, pilots, and flight departments.
• Hangar Space Rental Aircraft hangar accommodation including Hangar O (128x25m), Hangar G for jets, Hangar M (2,230 m²), and Hangars I, V, X with turntables. Approximately 190 aircraft permanently based. Target users: aircraft owners and operators.
• Flight Training Schools Five on-site flying schools offering pilot training, trial flights, and instruction for various aircraft types including gliders, ultralights, and powered aircraft. Target users: aspiring pilots and private aviators.
• Aircraft Charter and Rental Charter and aircraft rental services through multiple operators including AIRSHIP Air Service, NOVITAS Flugcharter, and FirstClassJets. Target users: business travelers and private aviation customers.
• Event and Conference Facilities Conference rooms, halls, and outdoor areas for events, seminars, meetings, and private celebrations in newly built or recently renovated buildings and hangars. Target users: corporate event organizers and private celebration hosts.
• Car Rental Services On-site car rental fleet including Hyundai i10, Mercedes B-Class, Mercedes GLA 250e, Renault ZOE (electric), and Opel Corsa E. Also available via app2drive self-service platform at multiple German airports. Target users: pilots, crew, and airport visitors.
• Shuttle and Ground Transport Airport shuttle service to Trebbin train station, taxi arrangements, and partner limousine services for transport to Berlin and Potsdam. Target users: passengers and crew requiring ground transportation.
• Aviation Technology Park Commercial Space Aviation and technology business park with office spaces, commercial hangars, and production facilities for aviation companies, aircraft manufacturers, and maintenance operations. Currently houses 45 companies and 5 clubs. Target users: aviation companies, aircraft manufacturers, technology firms.
• Tower Restaurant Cockpit On-site restaurant with view of the runway and apron, offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and homemade cakes. Open daily 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Target users: pilots, visitors, event guests, and tourists.
• Tower Lodge Guesthouse On-site accommodation at the airport offering rooms for pilots, visitors, and business travelers. Target users: pilots, crew, and business travelers.
• Hot-Air Balloon Services Hot-air balloon flights offered by Ballon Team Berlin, departing from Schönhagen airport with sunrise and sunset launches depending on season. Target users: tourists and recreation seekers.
• Gliding Services Gliding experiences with winch launches and double-seater gliders operated by Fliegerclub Schönhagen e.V. Target users: private pilots and gliding enthusiasts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 200 aircraft based at the airfield
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Berlin-Brandenburg Aerospace Allianz e.V. (BBAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional aerospace industry association representing the Berlin-Brandenburg aviation cluster. BBAA promotes the region's aerospace capabilities and connects Schönhagen with the broader regional aviation industry network. The airport is referenced as part of the aerospace alliance's ecosystem.
• DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGerman air navigation services provider. Schönhagen operates under AFIS (Airport Flight Information Service) linked to DFS AIS Frankfurt for flight briefing and plans. DFS publishes AIP information, NOTAM, and IFR/VFR approach procedures for the airport. DFS conducts airspace awareness campaigns referencing Schönhagen's operations.
• Gemeinsame Obere Luftfahrtbehörde Berlin-Brandenburg (LuBB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint Upper Aviation Authority of Berlin-Brandenburg supervises the airport's operations. Responsible for regulatory oversight, accreditation, and compliance monitoring of Schönhagen as a Verkehrslandeplatz (commercial airfield).
• AIR LLOYD Flight Services GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site maintenance and flight services company providing aircraft maintenance (helicopters and aircraft) and related aviation services from Hangar O and other facilities at the airfield.
• AQUILA Aviation International GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAircraft manufacturer and aviation services company located on-site. AQUILA manufactures aircraft and provides aviation services, contributing to the aviation technology ecosystem at Schönhagen.
• DRYAD Networks GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTechnology company located in the Aviation Technology Park at Schönhagen. DRYAD provides wireless communication solutions and contributes to the technology park's ecosystem.
• Felix Winkler Limousine Service (Potsdam)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive chauffeur and taxi/shuttle service partner for passengers and crew. Provides airport transfers and transportation services for airport visitors and flight crews. Contact: +49 331 879 072 78.
• MY CHAUFFEUR Limousine ServiceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChauffeur service partner providing professional transportation for airport customers. Contact: Oezkan Dereli, +49 152 22 97 51 36.
• Gronebaum TouristikminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTourism partner providing transportation services to and from the airport.
• app2driveminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSelf-service car rental platform partnered with the airport for fleet management and customer access. Allows rental via smartphone app with 24/7 access at airports and locations in Germany, Austria, and Slovenia.
• BoxerTours (Porsche 911 Rental)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClassic car rental partner offering Porsche 911 Carrera half-day, day, or multi-day rentals for airport visitors seeking exceptional driving experiences. Cars available at Schönhagen.
• FlyVINIminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-demand flight service offering travel from Schönhagen to destinations as a new travel product. Bookable via flyvini.com, providing terminierten and safe travel from the airport.
• Tower Restaurant Cockpit / Tower LodgecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRestaurant and guesthouse operated on-site at the airfield, providing catering, dining with runway views, and accommodation for airport visitors, pilots, and event guests. Run by Christoph and team.
• Kranich-ExpressminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShuttle and transport service partner providing additional travel options for airport visitors.
• TH Wildau (Technical University of Applied Sciences Wildau)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partner with on-site presence at the airport, conducting research projects and development activities. Schönhagen is developing into the Otto Lilienthal Research Airfield through close cooperation with universities and research institutions.
• Nuthe-Nieplitz Nature Park AdministrationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term cooperation with the nature park administration demonstrates that nature and aerospace technology develop in harmony at Schönhagen. The airport is situated within the Nuthe-Nieplitz Nature Park.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sonderflughafen Oberpfaffenhofen: Munich-area commercial airfield with a parallel aviation research and industry cluster (DLR, Airbus Helicopters). Closely comparable to Schönhagen's aviation technology park model and runway-side tenant ecosystem.
• Black Forest Airport (Lahr): Black Forest regional airport with general aviation, charter, and cargo operations. Comparable in single-runway regional scope and IFR capability.
• Flugplatz Paderborn-Haxterberg: German regional airfield used for general aviation and flight training. Comparable in scale, single-runway configuration, and reliance on FBO/hangar/training revenues.
• TAG Farnborough Airport: UK's leading business aviation-dedicated airport. Comparable in business aviation focus, FBO-led service model, and emphasis on corporate aviation over scheduled traffic, though at materially larger scale.
• London Biggin Hill Airport: London-area business aviation-focused airport. Comparable in its dedicated business aviation positioning, FBO services, and airport-as-real-estate business model.
• Airport Augsburg (EDMA): Southern German regional airport with general aviation and business aviation focus. Comparable in runway profile, single-runway operations, and tenant-based revenue model.
• Verkehrslandeplatz Egelsbach: German regional commercial airfield (Verkehrslandeplatz) serving the Frankfurt/Rhine-Main area. Directly comparable to Schönhagen in scale, function, and customer mix (general aviation, business aviation, flight training), with similar MTOW and runway profile.
• Flugplatz Marl-Loemühle: German regional airfield serving the Ruhr area with general aviation, flight training, and technical services. Comparable in scale, ownership profile (often municipally backed), and revenue mix.

Broad incumbents

• Jet Aviation: Global business aviation services company offering FBO, maintenance, and charter. Comparable in handling, fuel, and FBO service mix to Schönhagen's on-site operations, but as a multi-location services provider rather than an airport operator.
• Signature Flight Support: Global FBO operator present at major airports worldwide. Comparable in delivering FBO services (handling, fuel, hangarage) to business aviation customers, though as a tenant at airports rather than an airport operator itself.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

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Compliance3 records

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Profiles5 records

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