Taldykorgan Airport (UAAT)
Medium airport · Taldykorgan, Jetisu Region, Kazakhstan
Airport data
| Name | Taldykorgan Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UAAT |
| IATA | TDK |
| Elevation | 1,925 ft (587 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 45°7'21" E 78°26'34" 45.12255, 78.44276 |
| Location | Taldykorgan, Jetisu Region, Kazakhstan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 9,846 ft (3001 m) | 164 ft | CON | Yes |
Taldykorgan Airport at a glance
Taldykorgan Airport is a medium airport in Taldykorgan, Jetisu Region, Kazakhstan, known to airline systems as TDK. The field elevation of 1,925 ft (587 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UAAT are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 02/20, offers 9,846 ft (3001 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 02 points roughly 20° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UAAT shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Taldykorgan Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Almaty International Airport | UAAA | 226 km (122 NM) |
| Ili Yining International Airport | ZWYN | 263 km (142 NM) |
| Karakol International Airport | UCFK | 291 km (157 NM) |
| Bole Alashankou Airport | ZWBL | 304 km (164 NM) |
| Issyk-Kul International Airport | UCFL | 315 km (170 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Taldykorgan Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,925 ft field elevation of Taldykorgan Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 28 airports and airfields we list for Kazakhstan — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Taldykorgan Airport
What is the ICAO code of Taldykorgan Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Taldykorgan Airport is UAAT, and its IATA code is TDK. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Taldykorgan Airport above sea level?
Taldykorgan Airport sits at an elevation of 1,925 feet (587 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Taldykorgan Airport located?
The airport lies at 45.1225, 78.4428 — in Taldykorgan, Jetisu Region, Kazakhstan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Almaty International Airport, about 226 km away.
Does UAAT publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UAAT appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Taldykorgan Airport?
Taldykorgan Airport has one runway. The longest, 02/20, measures 9,846 ft (3001 m) with a CON surface.