Podkamennaya Tunguska Airport

UNIP / TGP

Bor, RU

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Podkamennaya Tunguska Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UNIP
IATA Code: TGP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 213 ft MSL

Location

City: Bor
Country: RU
Latitude: 61.589699°
Longitude: 89.994003°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,597 ft
Width: 92 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Podkamennaya Tunguska Airport

Overview

Podkamennaya Tunguska Airport serves the remote region of Bor in central Russia, located at 61.589699°N, 89.994003°E. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 213 feet mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this sparsely populated area of Siberia. The airport supports regional transportation needs in a challenging geographical landscape.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high latitude location results in significant seasonal weather variations typical of the Siberian climate. Pilots should anticipate potential extreme cold temperatures and variable wind conditions throughout the year. The airport's moderate elevation of 213 feet MSL provides relatively stable atmospheric conditions compared to more mountainous regional airports.

Notable Features

Podkamennaya Tunguska Airport features a single runway (04/22) with a substantial length of 5,597 feet, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport is positioned in a region known for its challenging terrain, with vast boreal forest landscapes surrounding the airport. Its geographical position makes it an important transportation hub for the local communities in this remote part of Russia.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 04/22 suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind patterns. Pilots should prepare for potential meteorological variability and ensure thorough pre-flight planning specific to this remote Siberian location. Standard instrument approach procedures will be critical given the airport's geographical context and potential weather limitations.

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Official Data Sources

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