Słupsk-Redzikowo Airport (Polish: Lotnisko Słupsk‑Redzikowo) is a civil‑military airfield situated near the village of Redzikowo, approximately 9 km north‑east of the city of Słupsk in the Pomeranian Voivodeship of north‑western Poland. The airfield occupies the site of the former Redzikowo air base, which was constructed in the late 1930s by the German authorities and was used by the Luftwaffe during World War II. After the war, the facility was taken over by the Polish Armed Forces and operated as a military air base for several decades.
Facilities
- Runway: One concrete runway designated 09/27, with a length of about 2 450 m (8 040 ft) and a width of 45 m, capable of handling medium‑size aircraft.
- Terminal: A small passenger terminal building exists, though it is not currently equipped for regular commercial airline operations.
- Navigational Aids: The airfield is equipped with basic radio navigation equipment; however, it does not have a full instrument landing system (ILS).
Operational History and Status
- The airfield has primarily served military training and logistical functions throughout the Cold War and into the early 21st century.
- In the 2000s, municipal and regional authorities expressed interest in converting the site to a civilian regional airport to improve connectivity for the Słupsk metropolitan area.
- Feasibility studies conducted by the Polish Civil Aviation Authority and the Pomeranian Voivodeship indicated that the runway length and existing infrastructure could support short‑haul commercial flights, particularly for low‑cost carriers.
- As of the latest publicly available information (2023), no scheduled commercial airline service operates from Słupsk‑Redzikowo Airport. The airfield is occasionally used for general aviation, charter flights, and occasional military exercises.
Future Prospects
- Development plans have included the modernization of the passenger terminal, construction of parking facilities, and installation of additional navigational aids to meet EU aviation standards.
- Funding discussions involve a combination of local government budgets, European Union regional development funds, and private investment. No definitive timeline for the commencement of regular passenger services has been published.
Transport Connections
- Road access to the airport is provided by regional roads linking Redzikowo with Słupsk and the nearby A6 motorway.
- Public transportation options are limited; the nearest railway station is in Słupsk, approximately 10 km away.
Regulatory Classification
- The airport is listed in the Polish civil aviation register as a public‑use aerodrome, but it is classified as a "restricted" facility pending the establishment of regular commercial operations.
References
- Polish Civil Aviation Authority (Urząd Lotnictwa Cywilnego) – Aerodrome Registry.
- Pomeranian Voivodeship Development Strategy documents (2008–2025).
- Historical records of Redzikowo airbase operations (1939–1990).
