Petropavl Airport

UACP / PPK

Petropavl, KZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
12 kt
140°
5 km
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UACP 040200Z 14006MPS 5000 BR OVC015 M08/M09 Q1014 NOSIG RMK QFE748/0997

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 453 ft
OVC 1,500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,953 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (453 ft)
Pressure Alt
431 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,220 ft
ISA Deviation: -22.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD UACP 040222Z 0403/0412 13007MPS 3100 -SN BR BLSN BKN007 TEMPO 0403/0407 19007G12MPS 1500 FZDZ SHSN BKN005 BKN015CB TEMPO 0407/0412 1000 SHSN BR BKN005 BKN015CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:36Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 3.1 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
Light Snow, Mist, Blowing Snow
03:00Z TEMPO
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Freezing Drizzle, Showers Snow
07:00Z TEMPO
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 1 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Showers Snow, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ACP
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
8,190 ft 128 ft ASP 66°
0.0 kt 12.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UACP

4,127 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.5%
MVFR
21.2%
IFR
10.7%
LIFR
6.6%

Petropavl Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.3% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, January.

Temperature Range

Average: -5.3°C
Range: -35°C to 27°C
-35°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

October September January

Statistics computed from 4,127 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Petropavl Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UACP
IATA Code: PPK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 453 ft MSL

Location

City: Petropavl
Country: KZ
Latitude: 54.774702°
Longitude: 69.183273°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,190 ft
Width: 128 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Petropavl Airport

Overview

Petropavl Airport serves the northern Kazakhstan region, located at coordinates 54.774702, 69.183273. Situated at an elevation of 453 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Petropavl urban area and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 62.7% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological challenges, including MVFR conditions at 22.4% and occasional IFR periods, with temperature ranges spanning from -35°C to 27°C. Visibility typically remains strong, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (05/23) measuring 8,190 feet in length, accommodating a range of aircraft types. Its mid-latitude location in northern Kazakhstan suggests potential for complex seasonal weather transitions, with September, October, and January offering historically more stable flying conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 provides the primary approach avenue for aircraft operations. While specific wind data indicates minimal directional trends, pilots should prepare for potential temperature-related performance considerations given the wide annual temperature range. Standard instrument approach procedures would be recommended during the 9.5% of IFR and 5.5% LIFR observation periods.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.