Severo-Evensk Airport

UHMW / SWV

Evensk, RU

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Severo-Evensk Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UHMW
IATA Code: SWV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 32 ft MSL

Location

City: Evensk
Country: RU
Latitude: 61.921786°
Longitude: 159.229059°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,249 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Severo-Evensk Airport

Overview

Severo-Evensk Airport serves the remote region of Evensk in Russia's far northeastern territory. Located at 61.921786°N, 159.229059°E, this medium-sized airport operates at a low elevation of 32 feet mean sea level. The airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for this sparsely populated Arctic coastal area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high latitude position suggests significant seasonal weather variations typical of subarctic environments. Pilots should anticipate potential challenging meteorological conditions, particularly during winter months when extreme cold and reduced visibility can impact operations. The airport's low elevation minimizes potential altitude-related performance considerations for aircraft.

Notable Features

Severo-Evensk Airport features a single runway (03/21) with a total length of 5,249 feet, classified as a gravel/laterite (GVL) surface. The runway orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges during approach and landing, particularly given the region's exposure to Arctic wind patterns. Terrain surrounding the airport likely includes coastal and potentially rugged landscape characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21's directional alignment indicates potential wind-dependent approach strategies for pilots. The gravel surface requires specific landing technique considerations, with potential increased stopping distance and reduced braking effectiveness compared to paved runways. Pilots should prepare for potential rapidly changing environmental conditions consistent with the airport's high-latitude location.

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.