Osh Airport

UAFO / OSS

Osh, KG

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Osh Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UAFO
IATA Code: OSS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,927 ft MSL

Location

City: Osh
Country: KG
Latitude: 40.609001°
Longitude: 72.793297°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,538 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Osh Airport

Overview

Osh Airport serves the Kyrgyz city of Osh, situated in the southern part of the country. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 2,927 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Fergana Valley region. The airport's geographical coordinates at 40.609001, 72.793297 position it in a strategically important transportation hub.

Flying Conditions

Located at a significant altitude of 2,927 ft MSL, pilots should anticipate potential performance considerations related to the airport's elevation. The airport's single runway 12/30 spans an impressive 10,538 feet of asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Pilots should be prepared for potential mountainous region weather variations typical to Kyrgyzstan's southern terrain.

Notable Features

The airport's extended runway length of 10,538 feet allows for operations of medium to large aircraft with significant margin. Its asphalt surface provides reliable ground conditions for most standard aircraft types. The airport's location in the Fergana Valley suggests potential for complex terrain-influenced wind patterns that pilots should carefully assess during pre-flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 offers a substantial landing surface suitable for diverse aircraft types. Given the airport's elevation and regional terrain, pilots should conduct thorough performance calculations and maintain heightened situational awareness during approach and landing phases. Standard meteorological briefing procedures are recommended to understand current local atmospheric conditions.

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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.