Peenemünde Airport (PEF)

Peenemünde Airfield (PEF), designated by the ICAO as EDCP, is a specialized general aviation and tourism facility located on the northern tip of the island of Usedom in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. The airport operates from a modest administrative building and tower complex designed to support recreational flying, pilot training, and extensive sightseeing tours over the Baltic Sea coast. It serves as a vital infrastructure link for the island's tourism sector, uniquely positioned near the historic Peenemünde rocket research sites.

The terminal infrastructure is functional and focused on essential services for private pilots and visitors, providing basic waiting areas and flight coordination modules managed by Usedomer Fluggesellschaft mbH. While the facility lacks large-scale commercial amenities like full-service restaurants or duty-free shops, it offers unique on-site services such as camping permits, bicycle and scooter rentals, and a small open-air aircraft museum featuring historic MiG-21 and Mi-8 models. Travelers are encouraged to utilize the diverse dining and lodging options in the nearby Peenemünde village, located approximately 1.5 miles (2 km) from the airfield.

Operationally, the airport features a substantial 7,874-foot (2,400m) concrete runway (13/31), a legacy of its significant military history as the Peenemünde-West Luftwaffe test facility. The airfield operates strictly during daylight hours under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) and requires Prior Permission Required (PPR) for all visiting aircraft. Ground transportation is informal, with visitors typically utilizing on-site rental bikes or pre-arranged private vehicle transfers to reach the famous Historical Technical Museum and other regional landmarks. The facility also hosts regular guided bus tours through the former East German Army (NVA) shelters and rocket launch areas.