Moma Airport

UEMA / MQJ

Khonuu, RU

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Moma Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UEMA
IATA Code: MQJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 656 ft MSL

Location

City: Khonuu
Country: RU
Latitude: 66.450861°
Longitude: 143.261551°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,906 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Moma Airport

Overview

Moma Airport serves the Khonuu region in northeastern Russia, positioned at 66.450861°N, 143.261551°E. As a medium-sized airport situated at 656 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure in a remote and challenging Arctic landscape.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high latitude location suggests significant seasonal weather variations, with potentially extreme winter conditions typical of the Siberian region. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges from arctic meteorological patterns, including low visibility, potential icing conditions, and rapid weather shifts.

Notable Features

The single runway (16/34) extends 5,906 feet, offering substantial length for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's geographical positioning in a likely mountainous terrain suggests potential for complex wind patterns and terrain-induced turbulence during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

With a runway oriented northwest/southeast (16/34), pilots should be prepared for wind variations potentially influenced by local topographical features. The moderate runway length of 5,906 feet provides reasonable operational flexibility for most medium-sized aircraft, though specific performance calculations remain critical for safe operations.

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.