Tobolsk Remezov Airport (USTJ)
Medium airport · Tobolsk, Tyumen Oblast, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Tobolsk Remezov Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | USTJ |
| IATA | RMZ |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 58°3'35" E 68°20'53" 58.05971, 68.34800 |
| Location | Tobolsk, Tyumen Oblast, Russia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 7,875 ft (2400 m) | 137 ft | Concrete | Yes |
Tobolsk Remezov Airport at a glance
Tobolsk Remezov Airport is a medium airport in Tobolsk, Tyumen Oblast, Russia, known to airline systems as RMZ. The field elevation of 167 ft (51 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at USTJ 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, 08/26, offers 7,875 ft (2400 m) of concrete 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 USTJ 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 Tobolsk Remezov Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roshchino International Airport | USTR | 205 km (111 NM) |
| Uray Airport | USHU | 303 km (164 NM) |
| Khanty Mansiysk Airport | USHH | 333 km (180 NM) |
| Kurgan Airport | USUU | 338 km (183 NM) |
| Petropavl International Airport | UACP | 369 km (199 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Tobolsk Remezov Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 167 ft field elevation of Tobolsk Remezov 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 Tobolsk Remezov Airport
What is the ICAO code of Tobolsk Remezov Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Tobolsk Remezov Airport is USTJ, and its IATA code is RMZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Tobolsk Remezov Airport above sea level?
Tobolsk Remezov Airport sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Tobolsk Remezov Airport located?
The airport lies at 58.0597, 68.3480 — in Tobolsk, Tyumen Oblast, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Roshchino International Airport, about 205 km away.
Does USTJ publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for USTJ 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 Tobolsk Remezov Airport?
Tobolsk Remezov Airport has one runway. The longest, 08/26, measures 7,875 ft (2400 m) with a Concrete surface.