Guyuan Liupanshan Airport

ZLGY / GYU

Guyuan (Yuanzhou), CN

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Guyuan Liupanshan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZLGY
IATA Code: GYU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,727 ft MSL

Location

City: Guyuan (Yuanzhou)
Country: CN
Latitude: 36.078889°
Longitude: 106.216944°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Guyuan Liupanshan Airport

Overview

Guyuan Liupanshan Airport serves the Yuanzhou region in China, operating as a medium-sized airport situated at a significant elevation of 5,727 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 36.078889, 106.216944, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Guyuan area, supporting regional transportation and connectivity.

Flying Conditions

The high elevation of 5,727 feet MSL indicates potential challenges with density altitude, which can significantly impact aircraft performance, especially during warmer months. Pilots should carefully calculate takeoff and landing performance, considering the airport's substantial altitude. The single runway (18/36) measuring 9,186 feet provides adequate length but requires careful energy management given the elevated terrain.

Notable Features

Positioned in a region with complex terrain, Guyuan Liupanshan Airport is surrounded by significant geographical variations that can influence local wind patterns and approach conditions. The airport's single runway (18/36) suggests a north-south orientation, which may interact with regional topographical features that create unique wind dynamics and potential turbulence during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36's substantial length of 9,186 feet offers pilots flexibility in handling various aircraft types and provides margin for safe operations at the elevated airport environment. Given the high-altitude location, pilots should anticipate potential performance constraints and ensure thorough pre-flight planning, with particular attention to weight, temperature, and aircraft-specific performance limitations.

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.