Vitebsk Vostochny Airport (UMII)
Medium airport · Vitebsk, Vitebsk Region, Belarus
Airport data
| Name | Vitebsk Vostochny Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UMII |
| IATA | VTB |
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 55°7'35" E 30°20'59" 55.12650, 30.34960 |
| Location | Vitebsk, Vitebsk Region, Belarus |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 8,550 ft (2606 m) | 138 ft | ASP | Yes |
Vitebsk Vostochny Airport at a glance
Vitebsk Vostochny Airport is a medium airport in Vitebsk, Vitebsk Region, Belarus, known to airline systems as VTB. The field elevation of 682 ft (208 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UMII 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, 06/24, offers 8,550 ft (2606 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 06 points roughly 60° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UMII 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 Vitebsk Vostochny Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base | UMIO | 76 km (41 NM) |
| Smolensk North Airport | RU-10076 | 112 km (60 NM) |
| Mogilev Airport | UMOO | 131 km (71 NM) |
| Velikiye Luki Airport | ULOL | 140 km (76 NM) |
| Shatalovo Air Base | RU-4609 | 162 km (87 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Vitebsk Vostochny Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 682 ft field elevation of Vitebsk Vostochny 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 10 airports and airfields we list for Belarus — 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 Vitebsk Vostochny Airport
What is the ICAO code of Vitebsk Vostochny Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Vitebsk Vostochny Airport is UMII, and its IATA code is VTB. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Vitebsk Vostochny Airport above sea level?
Vitebsk Vostochny Airport sits at an elevation of 682 feet (208 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Vitebsk Vostochny Airport located?
The airport lies at 55.1265, 30.3496 — in Vitebsk, Vitebsk Region, Belarus, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base, about 76 km away.
Does UMII publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UMII 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 Vitebsk Vostochny Airport?
Vitebsk Vostochny Airport has one runway. The longest, 06/24, measures 8,550 ft (2606 m) with a ASP surface.