Premier skydiving hub on Spain's Costa Brava.
Location
Empuriabrava, Spain
Ampuriabrava Airfield, designated with ICAO code LEAP, is a small general aviation aerodrome located in Empuriabrava, within the Alt Empordà comarca of Catalonia, Spain. It sits near the coast of the Gulf of Roses and is best known as a major center for sport aviation, particularly skydiving.
The airfield is home to one of Europe's most prominent skydiving operations and attracts enthusiasts from across the continent. Its proximity to the upscale marina resort town of Empuriabrava makes it a notable destination for aerial sports tourism.
Due to its role as a sport aviation facility rather than a commercial airport, it does not operate scheduled passenger airline services. It primarily serves private aircraft, parachute operations, and light sport aviation activities.
Getting to & from
The airfield is accessible by road from Empuriabrava and nearby Roses, with private transport and taxis being the primary means of access.
Notable facts
- ›Home to Skydive Empuriabrava, one of the largest skydiving centers in Europe.
- ›Located adjacent to the Empuriabrava marina, one of Europe's largest residential marinas.
- ›Primarily used for parachuting, ultralight, and general aviation activities.
- ›Situated in the Alt Empordà region of Catalonia, near the Costa Brava coastline.
- ›No scheduled commercial flights operate from this airfield.
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