Granada - Armilla

1Platform

The first spot to visit is where a good view is given on the platform of the helicopters. Due to the large codes applied reading is very easy. Photography is best when the helicopters do a nice approach to runway 18. Otherwise you will be facing the sun and have to photograph through a 3 m high fence.
To get here turn right at the main gate onto the N323A towards Granada (refer to 'getting there') and follow the wall that surrounds this part of the base as close as possible. You will do a couple of light and right 90 degree turns and end up at a larger road. Turn left here again and after 200 meters you will find the hangars and platform on your left.

2Hovering helicopters

Though this might not happen all the times the helicopters tend to line up nicely before heading for the platform after training. They hover past this spot near the fence and photography is possible with about 200mm (analog). The spot is easily found by turning left from spot 1 towards Gabia la Grande. You can park your car on the right and walk towards the fence on the other side of the road.