Semei International Airport (UASS)
Large airport · Semey, Abai Region, Kazakhstan
Airport data
| Name | Semei International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UASS |
| IATA | PLX |
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 50°21'5" E 80°14'4" 50.35130, 80.23440 |
| Location | Semey, Abai Region, Kazakhstan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 3,270 ft (997 m) | 253 ft | CON | No |
| 08/26 | 10,159 ft (3096 m) | 145 ft | CON | Yes |
Semei International Airport at a glance
Semei International Airport is a large airport in Semey, Abai Region, Kazakhstan, known to airline systems as PLX. The field elevation of 761 ft (232 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UASS are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 08/26 — offers 10,159 ft (3096 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 08 points roughly 80° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UASS 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 Semei International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dolon Air Base | UASD | 76 km (41 NM) |
| Kurchatov Airfield | KZ-0068 | 127 km (69 NM) |
| Zhangiztobe Air Base | KZ-0069 | 148 km (80 NM) |
| Oskemen International Airport | UASK | 165 km (89 NM) |
| Ayaguz Airport | UASA | 271 km (146 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Semei International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 761 ft field elevation of Semei International 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 Semei International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Semei International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Semei International Airport is UASS, and its IATA code is PLX. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Semei International Airport above sea level?
Semei International Airport sits at an elevation of 761 feet (232 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Semei International Airport located?
The airport lies at 50.3513, 80.2344 — in Semey, Abai Region, Kazakhstan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Dolon Air Base, about 76 km away.
Does UASS publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UASS 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 Semei International Airport?
Semei International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 08/26, measures 10,159 ft (3096 m) with a CON surface.