Boryspil International Airport

UKBB / KBP

Boryspil, UA

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Boryspil International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UKBB
IATA Code: KBP
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 427 ft MSL

Location

City: Boryspil
Country: UA
Latitude: 50.345001°
Longitude: 30.894699°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 18L/36R
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 206 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

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About Boryspil International Airport

Overview

Boryspil International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Kyiv, Ukraine, located approximately 29 kilometers east of the city center. As a large airport with two substantial concrete runways, it handles significant commercial and cargo traffic, supporting Ukraine's primary air transportation hub for international and domestic flights.

Flying Conditions

Situated at an elevation of 427 feet mean sea level, the airport experiences variable weather conditions typical of the eastern European continental climate. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations affecting visibility and wind conditions, with runway lengths of 13,123 feet (18L/36R) and 11,483 feet (18R/36L) providing substantial operational flexibility.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning at coordinates 50.345001, 30.894699 places it in a relatively flat terrain surrounding the Kyiv region. Its dual parallel runway configuration allows for complex traffic management and provides operational redundancy, with both runways being concrete-surfaced and capable of handling large commercial aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation at 18L/36R and 18R/36L suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing. The substantial runway lengths offer significant margin for diverse aircraft types, with the longer 13,123-foot runway providing extended landing and takeoff capabilities for wide-body international aircraft.

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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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.