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RestrictedThis is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.
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Weather Briefing
MVFRKhankala Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 9 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 8 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 km. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,700 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Fog. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Fog between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
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8,210 ft | 148 ft | ASPHALT | 87° |
↑ 4.0 kt
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↔ 6.9 kt
60° angle
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About Khankala Air Base
Khankala Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the RU AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.
Overview
Khankala Air Base (XRMU) is located near Grozny in the Russian Federation, serving as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 548 feet mean sea level. The airport primarily supports regional aviation operations in the Chechen Republic, situated in a geographically complex mountainous region of southwestern Russia.
Flying Conditions
The airport's elevation at 548 ft MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment with potential for variable atmospheric conditions typical of the Caucasus region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's proximity to mountainous terrain, which can create localized wind shear and turbulence effects.
Notable Features
Khankala Air Base features a single asphalt runway (08/26) with a substantial length of 8,210 feet, capable of accommodating medium-sized aircraft. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, with an east-west alignment that may expose aircraft to regional wind patterns.
Approach Considerations
Runway 08/26's extended length provides flexibility for approach and landing procedures, offering pilots significant runway distance for safe operations. The 8,210-foot runway length allows for comfortable landing margins and supports a variety of aircraft types operating in this regional aviation environment.
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.
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