Bayankhongor Airport

ZMBH / BYN

Bayankhongor, MN

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Bayankhongor Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZMBH
IATA Code: BYN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,085 ft MSL

Location

City: Bayankhongor
Country: MN
Latitude: 46.163300°
Longitude: 100.704002°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 114 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 6,889 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Bayankhongor Airport

Overview

Bayankhongor Airport serves the Bayankhongor region in Mongolia, functioning as a medium-sized airport at a significant elevation of 6,085 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 46.163300, 100.704002, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for transportation and regional connectivity in this central Mongolian area.

Flying Conditions

The high elevation of 6,085 ft MSL presents notable atmospheric density considerations for aircraft performance, requiring careful power and lift calculations. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude variations that can impact takeoff and landing characteristics, especially during seasonal temperature fluctuations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary 9,186-foot asphalted runway (16/34) and a secondary 6,889-foot gravel runway (16R/34L). The substantial runway lengths accommodate a variety of aircraft types, with the asphalted runway providing more consistent surface conditions compared to the gravel secondary runway.

Approach Considerations

Given the airport's runway orientations of 16/34, approach and departure paths will primarily align with these magnetic headings. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments, recognizing the potential for crosswind conditions due to the runway's angular configuration and the airport's open geographical setting.

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.