Vodochody Airport (LKVO)
Medium airport · Vodochody, Central Bohemian Region, Czech Republic
Airport data
| Name | Vodochody Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LKVO |
| IATA | VOD |
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 50°12'60" E 14°23'45" 50.21660, 14.39580 |
| Location | Vodochody, Central Bohemian Region, Czech Republic |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 8,203 ft (2500 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 11/29 | 5,905 ft (1800 m) | 164 ft | Grass | No |
Vodochody Airport at a glance
Vodochody Airport is a medium airport in Vodochody, Central Bohemian Region, Czech Republic, known to airline systems as VOD. The field elevation of 919 ft (280 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LKVO are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 10/28 — offers 8,203 ft (2500 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 10 points roughly 100° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LKVO shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Vodochody Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prague–Kbely Air Base | LKKB | 15 km (8 NM) |
| Václav Havel Airport Prague | LKPR | 16 km (9 NM) |
| Kostomlaty Airstrip | CZ-0244 | 38 km (21 NM) |
| Čáslav Air Base | LKCV | 77 km (42 NM) |
| Pardubice Airport | LKPD | 98 km (53 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Vodochody Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 919 ft field elevation of Vodochody Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 14 airports and airfields we list for Czech Republic — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Vodochody Airport
What is the ICAO code of Vodochody Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Vodochody Airport is LKVO, and its IATA code is VOD. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Vodochody Airport above sea level?
Vodochody Airport sits at an elevation of 919 feet (280 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Vodochody Airport located?
The airport lies at 50.2166, 14.3958 — in Vodochody, Central Bohemian Region, Czech Republic, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Prague–Kbely Air Base, about 15 km away.
Does LKVO publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LKVO appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Vodochody Airport?
Vodochody Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 10/28, measures 8,203 ft (2500 m) with a ASP surface.