Flugplatz Hengsen-Opherdicke is the home base of Luftsportverein Unna-Schwerte e.V. in Holzwickede, South of the Ruhr area.
It offers glider flying, ultralight flying and structured pilot training in both disciplines.
Training includes theory, practical instruction, solo flights and a separate radio communication certificate. The club also lists young pilot activities, guest flights and PPR operations for visiting sailplanes and ultralights.