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The air traffic control office in the terminal has a PC available for you for flight preparation with PC_MET access. In addition, you can request NOTAM from the air traffic control office or have required documents for flight planning sent to the office's fax machine (+49 7541 / 712 17).
Our shuttle service will bring your reliably from point A to point B within the airport grounds.
We will gladly allow you to park your aircraft in a Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen hangar – as long as enough spaces are available. For current information on this topic, please contact the air traffic control office of Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen.
You can contact them via telephone at +49 7541 / 284 120 or via e-mail. You can alternatively clarify availability with the ramp personnel after landing.
Please let our ramp personnel know if you want us to defrost your aircraft. During the winter season – from October through to and including March – we keep sufficient resources for de-icing and anti-icing measures available.
Please understand that scheduled and charter flights will be given priority.
Please understand that scheduled and charter flights will be given priority.
General aviation aircraft is parked on apron 3 or 4, just in front of the control tower or west of it. The requirement is that your aircraft not exceed the maximum take-off weight of 5,700 kilograms.
In addition, a shuttle service brings you to the terminal or to your aircraft at your request.
In addition, a shuttle service brings you to the terminal or to your aircraft at your request.
Fuelling at Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen is done by special tankers. AVGAS 100LL and Jet A-1 are offered. Simply contact our airport ramp personnel if you want us to fill up your aircraft. You can pay conveniently directly at the tanker with a BP or Esso carnet card.
You can also pay in the air traffic control office or with cash and all major credit and debit cards. Unfortunately, you cannot pay directly at the tanker with cash or credit cards. Carnet cards from Shell are also not accepted. Please understand that scheduled and charter flights will be given priority.
By the way: You can fuel AvGas on your own at Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen as the owner of a BP carnet card. To do this, activate the automatic machine of the respective AvGas fuelling pump using your carnet card. After just a few moments you can fuel your aircraft.
You can also pay in the air traffic control office or with cash and all major credit and debit cards. Unfortunately, you cannot pay directly at the tanker with cash or credit cards. Carnet cards from Shell are also not accepted. Please understand that scheduled and charter flights will be given priority.
By the way: You can fuel AvGas on your own at Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen as the owner of a BP carnet card. To do this, activate the automatic machine of the respective AvGas fuelling pump using your carnet card. After just a few moments you can fuel your aircraft.
Access for passengers and crew is only made through the security checkpoint in the terminal. General aviation passengers will be accompanied by a crew member who submits his or her valid pilot's license at the security checkpoint. Customs and immigration processing is carried out by the border police at the customs office in the arrivals area.
You can contact the customs office at Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen via telephone at +49 7541 / 284 625 or via fax at +49 7541 / 284 643.
You can additionally find further information on the website of the German customs office. To register the export of cash, please contact the customs inspection office in the terminal of Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen.
You can additionally find further information on the website of the German customs office. To register the export of cash, please contact the customs inspection office in the terminal of Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen.
During most fairs, there is a shuttle bus between the terminal/train stop and the exhibition entrance. They take you to the exhibition grounds quickly and free of charge.
To request catering, contact your respective handling agent:
ASF Airport Services Friedrichshafen GmbH, Handling
Phone: +49 (0)7541 / 284 386
E-Mail: info@handling-fdh.de
ASF Airport Services Friedrichshafen GmbH, Handling
Phone: +49 (0)7541 / 284 386
E-Mail: info@handling-fdh.de
AVICON GmbH, Abfertigung:
Phone.: +49 (0)7541 / 284 327
E-Mail: ops@avicon.de
We offer de-icing/anti-icing during the winter season (October through the end of March). Please contact the ground staff at the airport with your de-icing request in a timely manner. Scheduled and charter flights take priority.
The check-in counters for scheduled flights are usually open about an hour before departure. Even three hours with Turkish Airlines. For holiday flights, the counters usually opens two hours before departure.
Rapid assistance for finding lost items is available at our information counter. All lost property is kept there for a week.
After the initial week, all items will be handed over to the lost property office of the city of Friedrichshafen. You will be helped by someone there by calling +49 7541 / 2030.
After the initial week, all items will be handed over to the lost property office of the city of Friedrichshafen. You will be helped by someone there by calling +49 7541 / 2030.
All of Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen grounds are accessible. Precise information on the topic of accessible travel can be found here.
Currently a early check-in on the evening before is not possible.
For further information, please contact the team at our information counter at +49 7541 / 2840.
All of our car parks are open spaces.
If you are in possession of items classified as dangerous, we will send these items to you or to an acquaintance of yours for a 5.00 euro fee upon request. You can find envelopes and a mailbox directly at the security checkpoint. Please understand that we cannot ship hazardous materials or lighters.
Please let us know immediately if you are unable to find an available space. Our service staff at the information counter will immediately organise a parking option for you at our overflow car park. The rate from P4 applies here as well.
In the Schengen Agreement, some European countries agreed on the waiver of people, goods and vehicle checks at their common borders. However, all Schengen countries require an identification verification when entering or leaving.
For this reason, always travel with a valid passport or identity card. The following countries belong to the Schengen countries: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, the Czech Republic and Hungary.
Please note that not all of these countries belong to the EU.
You can find additional information on the Schengen countries and on the special visa regulations online at the Foreign Ministry.
For this reason, always travel with a valid passport or identity card. The following countries belong to the Schengen countries: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, the Czech Republic and Hungary.
Please note that not all of these countries belong to the EU.
You can find additional information on the Schengen countries and on the special visa regulations online at the Foreign Ministry.
A detailed overview of Germany's import regulations can be found on the website of the German customs authorities. You can also find information on the obligation to declare cash up to 10,000 euros.
To register the export of cash at Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen, please contact the customs inspection office in the terminal.
To register the export of cash at Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen, please contact the customs inspection office in the terminal.
Sharp and pointed objects such as knives, scissors or tools, weapons, toy weapons and similar objects may not be transported in carry-on baggage.
For a detailed list of these items, please go to the website of the European Commision for mobility and transport.
If you have any questions, the employees working at the baggage drop-off counter or your airline will gladly help you.
For a detailed list of these items, please go to the website of the European Commision for mobility and transport.
If you have any questions, the employees working at the baggage drop-off counter or your airline will gladly help you.
Since November 2006, additional security regulations for transporting liquids in carry-on baggage apply. This includes all kinds of beverages, foams, deodorants, perfumes, pastes (such as toothpaste or lotions), shampoos, creams, sprays, soups, syrups and oils. This applies just the same for items of a similar consistency, for example, liquid mascara or lip gloss.
A container to be transported must not contain more than 100 millilitres of liquid. Items must also be packed in a transparent, resealable 1-litre bag, such as a zip-lock freezer bag, and be completely sealed. Exceptions apply for medications and baby food: These items do not need to be sealed in a bag.
Please take one – and only one – bag with you on your flight. This must be presented separately at the security check. You may carry duty-free items purchased at EU airports or on board the aircraft of an EU airline with you as long as they are in a transparent and sealed bag.
A container to be transported must not contain more than 100 millilitres of liquid. Items must also be packed in a transparent, resealable 1-litre bag, such as a zip-lock freezer bag, and be completely sealed. Exceptions apply for medications and baby food: These items do not need to be sealed in a bag.
Please take one – and only one – bag with you on your flight. This must be presented separately at the security check. You may carry duty-free items purchased at EU airports or on board the aircraft of an EU airline with you as long as they are in a transparent and sealed bag.
The Hotel ibis Friedrichshafen Airport Messe is situated directly at the airport. Enjoy state-of-the-art comfort and take advantage of free Wi-Fi in the 80 soundproofed and air-conditioned rooms.
You can book directly at www.ibishotel.com or via telephone and e-mail:
Phone: +49 (0)7541 / 399 070
E-Mail: h7012@accor.com
You can book directly at www.ibishotel.com or via telephone and e-mail:
Phone: +49 (0)7541 / 399 070
E-Mail: h7012@accor.com
Whether a short trip or a world tour, you can easily determine the ideal car park for you using our parking fee calculator and the overview map. You can find both here.
The baggage rules - and therefore the amount of baggage that can be checked without a fee - vary depending on the airline, travel class as well as on flights to the USA or Canada. You can obtain the permissible number of baggage pieces or weight from the respective airline; this information can also be found on your travel documents.
An excess baggage rate is applied per kilogram if the allowed baggage limit is exceeded. Your airline will gladly inform you of the precise rates.
Our tip:
Always write your name and address on your baggage. Tags and stickers for this purpose are provided with your flight ticket or can be found at the departure counter. It is best to use our baggage carts to conveniently transport your baggage. These can be found in the car parks, outside of the terminal, at the bus and train stations as well as at the baggage conveyor belt.
An excess baggage rate is applied per kilogram if the allowed baggage limit is exceeded. Your airline will gladly inform you of the precise rates.
Our tip:
Always write your name and address on your baggage. Tags and stickers for this purpose are provided with your flight ticket or can be found at the departure counter. It is best to use our baggage carts to conveniently transport your baggage. These can be found in the car parks, outside of the terminal, at the bus and train stations as well as at the baggage conveyor belt.
A separate bulky baggage counter is available for your bulky items.
The bulky baggage counter can be found in the terminal at check-in counter 14. Please report any bulky baggage or animal transport to your airline in a timely manner before the start of your journey.
By the way, you can also take prams up to a certain size as carry-on baggage if they fit through the scanner at the security check. Otherwise, simply check the pram as baggage.
The bulky baggage counter can be found in the terminal at check-in counter 14. Please report any bulky baggage or animal transport to your airline in a timely manner before the start of your journey.
By the way, you can also take prams up to a certain size as carry-on baggage if they fit through the scanner at the security check. Otherwise, simply check the pram as baggage.
Increase the chances of your application's success by observing a few simple rules:
- Make sure your documents are complete. Also, make a point of providing activity confirmation without gaps.
- Formulate your cover letter clearly and precisely.
- Avoid spelling mistakes.
- Provide a complete and clearly arranged curriculum vitae.
- Provide all of your contact information.
- Tell us your salary requirements and your earliest possible start date.
Unfortunately we do not currently offer any secondary-school student internships.
No, we treat applications via e-mail or regular mail no differently.
No, but we would be happy to answer specific questions about your application.
Yes, simply respond to a corresponding advertisement or submit an unsolicited application. In your cover letter, please include specific ideas about the kind of internship you would like. Then we will review the possibilities for creating the internship.
No. If you are hired, then we will talk with you about the legal requirements for working at Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen.
You are welcome to send us an unsolicited application for completing your final project. Please tell us directly the area in which the project is to be written. Ideally, you should submit specific topic suggestions.
Gern nehmen wir Ihre Initiativbewerbung entgegen. Nehmen Sie dazu über das einfach Kontakt zu uns auf.
We will gladly accept your unsolicited application. Simply use the form to contact us.
Please attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae and corresponding supporting documents to your application.
Our tip: Include a supporting document for each specified piece of information. This applies particularly to past activities as well as training certificates. By doing so, you increase your chances of being called in for a job interview.
Our tip: Include a supporting document for each specified piece of information. This applies particularly to past activities as well as training certificates. By doing so, you increase your chances of being called in for a job interview.
Confirmation of receipt assures you that your application is being processed. If you have not received confirmation of receipt even after a long time, or if you have general questions about the application process, please contact the contact person specified in the job advertisement.
The easiest way to apply is by e-mailing the person indicated in the job posting. You can send your application by mail as well. Obtain an overview of the vacant positions here.
You will reach a confirmation a few days after we have received your application. We will also inform you on how to proceed.
We will examine your application together with the respective department. And perhaps we will meet in a few days for an interview.
We will examine your application together with the respective department. And perhaps we will meet in a few days for an interview.
