Srednekolymsk Airport (UESK)
Medium airport · Srednekolymsk, Sakha (Yakutia) Republic, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Srednekolymsk Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UESK |
| IATA | SEK |
| Elevation | 60 ft (18 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 67°28'50" E 153°44'11" 67.48050, 153.73640 |
| Location | Srednekolymsk, Sakha (Yakutia) Republic, Russia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 5,906 ft (1800 m) | 197 ft | concrete | Yes |
Srednekolymsk Airport at a glance
Srednekolymsk Airport is a medium airport in Srednekolymsk, Sakha (Yakutia) Republic, Russia, known to airline systems as SEK. The field elevation of 60 ft (18 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UESK 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, 01/19, offers 5,906 ft (1800 m) of concrete surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 01 points roughly 10° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UESK 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 Srednekolymsk Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zyryanka Airport | UESU | 230 km (124 NM) |
| Belaya Gora Airport | UESG | 334 km (180 NM) |
| Cherskiy Airport | UESS | 345 km (186 NM) |
| Chokurdakh Airport | UESO | 419 km (226 NM) |
| Moma Airport | UEMA | 469 km (253 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Srednekolymsk Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 60 ft field elevation of Srednekolymsk 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 255 airports and airfields we list for Russia — 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 Srednekolymsk Airport
What is the ICAO code of Srednekolymsk Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Srednekolymsk Airport is UESK, and its IATA code is SEK. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Srednekolymsk Airport above sea level?
Srednekolymsk Airport sits at an elevation of 60 feet (18 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Srednekolymsk Airport located?
The airport lies at 67.4805, 153.7364 — in Srednekolymsk, Sakha (Yakutia) Republic, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Zyryanka Airport, about 230 km away.
Does UESK publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UESK 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 Srednekolymsk Airport?
Srednekolymsk Airport has one runway. The longest, 01/19, measures 5,906 ft (1800 m) with a concrete surface.