Ulyanovsk East Airport

UWLW / ULY

Cherdakly, RU

Last Updated
Apr 30, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
4 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UWLW 302100Z 35002MPS 310V010 9999 SCT049 06/M02 Q1017 R02/CLRD60 NOSIG RMK QFE755/1007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 252 ft
SCT 4,900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,152 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ulyanovsk East Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Rain, Mist. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 21:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (252 ft)
Pressure Alt
140 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -880 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF UWLW 301954Z 3021/0121 01003G08MPS 6000 -RA BKN016 TX06/0113Z TN04/0101Z TEMPO 3021/0118 04005G12MPS 1000 RA BR OVC004 BECMG 0118/0120 30003MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:58Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WLW
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
16,404 ft 323 ft CON 18°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UWLW

5,811 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.1%
MVFR
28.5%
IFR
14.3%
LIFR
6%

Ulyanovsk East Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.3% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Temperature Range

Average: -0.4°C
Range: -33°C to 30°C
-33°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Statistics computed from 5,811 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ulyanovsk East Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UWLW
IATA Code: ULY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 252 ft MSL

Location

City: Cherdakly
Country: RU
Latitude: 54.401001°
Longitude: 48.802700°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 16,404 ft
Width: 323 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Ulyanovsk East Airport

Overview

Ulyanovsk East Airport serves the Cherdakly region in Russia, positioned at 54.401001, 48.802700. As a medium airport with a substantial runway measuring 16,404 feet, it provides critical infrastructure for regional and potentially strategic aviation operations in the Ulyanovsk Oblast.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 48% of observations supporting clear flying. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -29°C to 30°C, with an average of 1.4°C. September, October, and January represent the most favorable VFR months, offering the most consistent flying conditions.

Notable Features

Located at 252 feet mean sea level, Ulyanovsk East Airport sits on relatively flat terrain. The airport's extensive concrete runway (02/20) suggests capability for handling larger aircraft and diverse operational requirements. The low percentage of low instrument flight rules (LIFR) conditions at 5.5% indicates generally reliable visibility.

Approach Considerations

With consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.2%), approaches to this airport are typically straightforward. While wind data in the provided statistics appears incomplete, pilots should review current METAR information for precise wind conditions prior to arrival.

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.