Baotou Donghe Airport

ZBOW / BAV

Baotou, CN

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Baotou Donghe Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZBOW
IATA Code: BAV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,321 ft MSL

Location

City: Baotou
Country: CN
Latitude: 40.560001°
Longitude: 109.997002°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Baotou Donghe Airport

Overview

Baotou Donghe Airport serves the industrial city of Baotou in Inner Mongolia, China. Located at an elevation of 3,321 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport supports regional commercial and potentially military aviation operations in northern China's infrastructure network.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 3,321 ft MSL means pilots should anticipate density altitude effects, particularly during warmer months. Inner Mongolia's continental climate produces significant seasonal temperature variations that can impact aircraft performance and approach conditions. Pilots should carefully calculate takeoff and landing parameters considering the elevation and potential temperature extremes.

Notable Features

The single asphalt runway 13/31 measures 9,186 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility for most medium-sized aircraft. The airport's geographic coordinates at 40.560001° N, 109.997002° E indicate a location in the high plateau region of northern China, characterized by relatively flat terrain surrounding the airport environment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31's substantial length of 9,186 feet allows for comfortable approach and landing margins for most aircraft types. Given the airport's inland location and plateau characteristics, pilots should anticipate potential wind variations and be prepared for potential crosswind conditions during approach and landing phases.

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.