Heihe Aihui Airport

ZYHE / HEK

Heihe, CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

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Weather Source: Ignatyevo Airport (UHBB)
Distance: 16nm / 29km from ZYHE

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -15°C
10 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UHBB 040930Z 25005MPS 9999 SCT033CB M07/M15 Q1022 R36/430260 NOSIG RMK QFE749/0999

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,047 ft
SCT 3,300 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,347 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,047 ft)
Pressure Alt
785 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,604 ft
ISA Deviation: -19.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF UHBB 040739Z 0409/0509 27003G08MPS 9999 SCT030CB TEMPO 0412/0418 3100 -SHSN BKN020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:41Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 3.1 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Snow

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YHE
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP
1.7 kt 9.8 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Heihe Aihui Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZYHE
IATA Code: HEK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,047 ft MSL

Location

City: Heihe
Country: CN
Latitude: 50.171621°
Longitude: 127.308884°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Heihe Aihui Airport

Overview

Heihe Aihui Airport serves the northeastern Chinese city of Heihe, located near the Russian border in Heilongjiang Province. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway measuring 8,202 feet, the facility supports regional transportation and connects this border region with other parts of China. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,047 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's northern latitude and proximity to the Russian border suggest significant seasonal temperature variations that can impact aircraft performance. Pilots should anticipate potential winter conditions with cold temperatures and potential snow or ice, which could affect runway surface conditions. The airport's elevation at 1,047 feet MSL provides moderate terrain considerations for approach and departure planning.

Notable Features

Heihe Aihui Airport's single runway (17/35) is constructed with asphalt, providing a substantial 8,202-foot length suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's geographical position near the Amur River and the Russo-Chinese border creates a unique operational environment with potential cross-border aviation considerations. Its location suggests potential for challenging wind conditions typical of northeastern Chinese border regions.

Approach Considerations

The runway's 17/35 orientation indicates potential north-northeast to south-southwest approach and departure paths. Pilots should prepare for potential crosswind conditions given the airport's geographic location. The 8,202-foot runway length provides substantial margin for most medium-sized aircraft operations, offering flexibility in approach and landing strategies.

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
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.