Uktus Airport

USSK

Yekaterinburg, RU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:30Z

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Currently using: USSS
Weather Source: Koltsovo Airport (USSS)
Distance: 3nm / 5km from USSK

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -16°C
8 kt
360°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR USSS 041930Z 36004MPS 5000 -SN SCT039 M14/M16 Q1008 R26L/490335 NOSIG RMK QFE735/0981

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 643 ft
SCT 3,900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,543 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (643 ft)
Pressure Alt
801 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,525 ft
ISA Deviation: -27.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF USSS 041650Z 0418/0518 01003G12MPS 6000 -SHSN BKN016CB TEMPO 0418/0504 1200 SHSN VV005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:03Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Light Showers Snow

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SSK
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,905 ft 124 ft CON
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Uktus Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: USSK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 643 ft MSL

Location

City: Yekaterinburg
Country: RU
Latitude: 56.701698°
Longitude: 60.790001°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,905 ft
Width: 124 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Uktus Airport

Overview

Uktus Airport serves the city of Yekaterinburg in the Russian Federation, positioned at an elevation of 643 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport located at coordinates 56.701698, 60.790001, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Ural region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's mid-latitude location suggests significant seasonal weather variations typical of the Ural Mountain region. Pilots should anticipate potential challenging conditions, particularly during winter months when temperature and precipitation can substantially impact flight operations.

Notable Features

The single runway (08/26) extends 5,905 feet and is constructed of concrete, which provides a relatively standard operational surface for medium airport classifications. The airport's location near Yekaterinburg places it in a terrain-varied region with potential for complex local wind and atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 offers a straightforward orientation that may facilitate approach and departure based on prevailing wind patterns. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and local weather assessments, paying particular attention to potential wind shear or turbulence associated with the surrounding geographical features.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

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.