Aviation A2Z
Helen William
17 October 2026

The Netherlands has approved a 240-hectare expansion for military operations, requiring six businesses and four agricultural homes to move.

Lelystad Airport (LEY), near Lelystad in the Netherlands, will expand by 240 hectares to accommodate Dutch F-35 fighter jets and supporting military units.

The final plan allocates 200 hectares for military infrastructure and 40 hectares for a longer runway. The project will require 6 businesses and four agricultural homes to relocate...

Dutch F-35 Fighter Jet Plans Force 6 Businesses and 4 Farmers to Move - Aviation A2Z - 17 October 2026

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