Military transport aircraft to conduct training flights over Netherlands and Belgium
From March 24 to April 5, residents in Groningen, Friesland, and parts of Belgium may notice increased military air traffic as C-130 Hercules aircraft conduct tactical training. Flights will focus on airdrops and landings, with potential noise disruptions during specified hours.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Exercise Name | Exercise Orange Bull 2026 |
| Aircraft Involved | 2 C-130 Hercules transport aircraft |
| Training Focus | Tactical landings, airdropping cargo and paratroopers |
| Locations | Groningen, Friesland (Netherlands), Belgium |
| Flight Schedule | Daily: 14:00–17:00 and 20:00–23:00; Fridays: 11:00–13:30 and 16:00–19:00 |
| Departure/Return Location | Eindhoven Air Base |
| Complaint Submission | Defense Ministry’s complaint form |
| Official Announcement | Government Gazette |
The Ministry of Defense organizes military exercises like Orange Bull to ensure operational readiness and preparedness for missions, including humanitarian aid. These exercises are planned to balance training needs with minimal disruption to local communities.
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Exercise Orange Bull from Eindhoven Air Base
From Tuesday, March 24 to Sunday, April 5, two C-130 Hercules transport aircraft will operate from Eindhoven Air Base to various training areas. The transport aircraft are part of the Exercise Orange Bull 2026.
During these two weeks, training will focus on tactical landings and airdropping cargo and paratroopers over locations in Groningen, Friesland, and Belgium.
It is important for military personnel to practice airdropping cargo, for example, for humanitarian aid drops over Gaza.
Where and when will flights take place
All aircraft will depart from and return to Eindhoven Air Base. During flights to training locations, the aircraft will operate at standard minimum altitudes. Flights will take place daily from 14:00 to 17:00 and from 20:00 to 23:00. On Fridays, flights will occur from 11:00 to 13:30 and from 16:00 to 19:00.
The official announcement is available in the Government Gazette.
Military exercises are meticulously prepared. This is essential for the units involved, as well as to minimize disruption to the surrounding areas. However, some inconvenience may still occur during the exercise. Any complaints can be submitted via the complaint form.