Krasnokamensk Airport (UIAE)
Medium airport · Krasnokamensk, Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Krasnokamensk Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UIAE |
| Elevation | 2,139 ft (652 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 50°1'59" E 118°3'40" 50.03311, 118.06114 |
| Location | Krasnokamensk, Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 8,202 ft (2500 m) | 131 ft | CON | Yes |
Krasnokamensk Airport at a glance
Krasnokamensk Airport is a medium airport in Krasnokamensk, Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia. The field elevation of 2,139 ft (652 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UIAE are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
The single runway, 15/33, offers 8,202 ft (2500 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 15 points roughly 150° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UIAE 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 Krasnokamensk Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manzhouli Xijiao Airport | ZBMZ | 74 km (40 NM) |
| Chindant Air Base | UIAG | 128 km (69 NM) |
| Hulunbuir Hailar Airport | ZBLA | 157 km (85 NM) |
| Step Air Base | XIAS | 216 km (117 NM) |
| Choibalsan Airport | ZMCD | 326 km (176 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Krasnokamensk Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,139 ft field elevation of Krasnokamensk 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 Krasnokamensk Airport
What is the ICAO code of Krasnokamensk Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Krasnokamensk Airport is UIAE, and it has no IATA code assigned. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Krasnokamensk Airport above sea level?
Krasnokamensk Airport sits at an elevation of 2,139 feet (652 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Krasnokamensk Airport located?
The airport lies at 50.0331, 118.0611 — in Krasnokamensk, Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Manzhouli Xijiao Airport, about 74 km away.
Does UIAE publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UIAE 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 Krasnokamensk Airport?
Krasnokamensk Airport has one runway. The longest, 15/33, measures 8,202 ft (2500 m) with a CON surface.