Flughafen Mönchengladbach

Flughafen Mönchengladbach, also called MGL, is a general aviation airport in Mönchengladbach, Germany. It describes itself as one of the largest general aviation airports in the country. Its ICAO code is EDLN. The airport says its range runs from general aviation to zero emission aviation.

Pilots get weather information through an ATIS on 109.800 and through METAR and TAF reports. The airport publishes a recommended circuit pattern and information on safety and security. It also explains flight operations, prior permission required (PPR) rules and refuelling. Fee schedules, airport use rules and ID rules are available to pilots.

For visiting aircraft, the airport offers handling and premium handling. Operators can rent hangar space, and the airport has a historic hangar named after Hugo Junkers. Executive charter flights operate from the airport, and a conference room can be booked. The airport also runs airport tours and has a supporters association.

MGL is home to a number of companies. One of them, Alpha Air, has been based at the airport since 2021 and is moving from a smaller maintenance hangar into a much larger aircraft hangar. The airport also lists areas that are available now and areas with future potential for businesses, as well as advertising space at the airport.

Innovation is a stated focus. The airport has pages on electric flying, drones and air taxis, alternative propulsion and sustainability.

Recent news includes the calibration of the electronic approach system in August 2026, which could cause more noise near the circuit for a short time. The airport also announced that it would close early, at 18:30 local time, on 24 November 2026 for repairs. It advertises jobs and internships at the airport.

Services

• Handling and premium handling
• Hangar rental
• Executive charter
• Conference room booking
• Airport tours
• Pilot information and PPR
• Refuelling
• Business space rental
• Airport advertising