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Spotter

On the hunt for the best aeroplane photos

The fascination of aeroplanes – up close at the airport

With a camera in one hand and the flight schedule in the other, many aviation enthusiasts can be found around Stuttgart Airport at weekends and during special events.

Special aircraft such as the Airbus A380, the Antonov – one of the world’s largest cargo planes – or aircraft with special liveries attract many curious onlookers. No wonder the spots by the airport fence are so popular. The free visitor terrace is also a favourite meeting place when impressive or rare aircraft take off or land.

Spotting positions

Great views for fans

Where you can get the best views of planes taking off and landing depends, amongst other things, on the position of the sun and visibility. For anyone looking for the ideal spots, the spotter communities at Stuttgart Airport have put together helpful guides – featuring maps of the site and the most popular vantage points.

The airport experience in the flesh: the visitors’ terrace

Take-offs and landings up close: See how aeroplanes are prepared – with an unobstructed view of the apron. Admission is free; access via Terminal 3.

To the visitors’ terrace

Spotter communities at Stuttgart Airport

Good to know: Under the hashtag #flySTR, you can find spectacular photos of take-offs and landings at Stuttgart Airport on social media.

Stuttgart Aviation Community (STR Forum)

The Stuttgart Aviation Community is a group of people who share a passion for aviation. Many members are aircraft spotters, frequent flyers or work in the aviation industry. On the STR Forum, the latest photos and news about aviation in Stuttgart and beyond are shared daily.

Stuttgart Aviation Association e.V.

The Stuttgart Aviation Association was founded in 1996 by aviation enthusiasts from the region and has around 50 members. Many of them enjoy plane spotting, filming or photography – and are keen to share their impressions. A particular focus of the association is the history of Stuttgart Airport.

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