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Plane spotting at BRU

Brussels Airport, Zaventem

Brussels Airport (BRU) is a prime location for plane spotters, offering a variety of international traffic and unique aircraft. Identify and collect aircraft with FlightCatcherPro.

Where to spot

  • ·Sky Lounge
  • ·Cargo Area Viewing Point
  • ·Runway 25L Threshold

Rare catches

Look for these types to grow your collection:

A380747-8777F

By the numbers

Brussels Airport features two runways and handles over 26 million passengers annually.

Spotter tips

  • ·Arrive early for the best spots
  • ·Use binoculars for distant aircraft
  • ·Check the arrival/departure schedules

Best time to spot

Afternoons provide optimal light for photography, especially for arrivals on runway 25L.

Spotting at BRU? Identify the next arrival with your camera, or upload a photo you already have, in FlightCatcherPro.

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OO-SFB Airbus A330-300 Brussels Airlines, BRU → DSS, 11 Apr 2026, photographed by WingViper21

OO-SFBBrussels Airlines A330

Photo: WingViper21

Notable aircraft

OO-SFB Airbus A330-300 Brussels Airlines, BRU → DSS, 11 Apr 2026, photographed by WingViper21

OO-SFBBrussels Airlines A330

Photo: WingViper21

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