Dessau airfield, Commercial airfield and heritage site in Dessau-Roßlau, Germany.
Dessau airfield is a commercial airport with historical significance located northwest of Dessau-Roßlau. The facility spans between the districts of Kleinkühnau, Alten, and Siedlung and includes a 1000-meter runway that serves regular flight operations.
The airfield was established in the 1920s as a production site for Junkers aircraft and remained important for German aviation development. After 1945, Soviet authorities took over and dismantled the manufacturing facilities by 1947.
The site reflects the evolution of German aviation history through its physical layout and infrastructure. Visitors can observe how military and civilian purposes have coexisted here over time.
The airfield is accessible by public transportation from Dessau-Roßlau and can be visited during regular operating hours. The site offers good viewing areas where you can watch aircraft operations from safe distances.
During the Cold War, Soviet military aircraft including MiG-15 jets and Lavochkin La-9 models operated from this location. These machines left a lasting mark on the airfield and represent an often-overlooked chapter of divided German history.
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