Product Description:
Holzdorf Air Base (ICAO: ETSH) is a major military airfield of the German Air Force and ranks among Germany’s most important helicopter bases. The air base is located approximately 1.8 kilometers east of the Holzdorf district of Jessen in Saxony-Anhalt and is also known as Schönewalde/Holzdorf Air Base, as large parts of the installation extend into Brandenburg within the city limits of Schönewalde.
The base is home to Helicopter Wing 64 (Hubschraubergeschwader 64), which plays a key role in the German Armed Forces’ air mobility capabilities. In addition, the SAR 87 search and rescue unit is stationed here, operating the modern H145 helicopter and maintaining 24/7 readiness for search and rescue missions. This combination of military flight operations and permanently available SAR services gives the base significant operational importance and ensures a constantly active mission profile.
This add-on replaces the default airfield scenery and integrates a realistically recreated SAR base that blends seamlessly into the overall military complex. The surrounding area has also been visually enhanced: optimized surfaces, adjusted structures, and refined environmental details contribute to a more authentic representation of the air base without compromising performance or clarity.
Holzdorf Air Base offers particularly engaging mission opportunities for helicopter pilots — from military training flights and tactical operations to realistic SAR missions. The authentic atmosphere, military infrastructure, and functional implementation of the rescue base create a convincing depiction of an active German Armed Forces installation.
Holzdorf Air Base (ETSH) is therefore an ideal addition for pilots seeking realistic military flight operations, credible search and rescue scenarios, and a cohesive operational environment. A scenery that successfully combines mission realism with atmosphere.