Manas International Airport

UAFM / BSZ

Bishkek, KG

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Manas International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UAFM
IATA Code: BSZ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,058 ft MSL

Location

City: Bishkek
Country: KG
Latitude: 43.061298°
Longitude: 74.477600°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 13,780 ft
Width: 180 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Manas International Airport

Overview

Manas International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, handling significant commercial and strategic aviation operations. Located at 2058 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the Central Asian region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 2058 ft MSL contributes to potential density altitude variations that pilots must consider during operations. Situated at coordinates 43.061298, 74.477600, the airport experiences typical continental climate conditions with potential significant temperature and wind variations throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial runway 07/25 measuring 13,780 feet in length, constructed of concrete, which supports large aircraft operations. Its extensive runway length allows for versatile aircraft handling, including wide-body international carriers and potential military/strategic aviation requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25's significant length provides flexibility for approach and landing procedures across different aircraft types and weights. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's geographic location and prepare for potential crosswind landing scenarios during approach.

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

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution

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.