Dalanzadgad Airport

ZMDZ / DLZ

Dalanzadgad, MN

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Dalanzadgad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZMDZ
IATA Code: DLZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,787 ft MSL

Location

City: Dalanzadgad
Country: MN
Latitude: 43.608628°
Longitude: 104.367734°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,545 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Dalanzadgad Airport

Overview

Dalanzadgad Airport serves the capital of Ömnögovi Province in southeastern Mongolia. Located at 43.608628°N, 104.367734°E, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Gobi Desert region. The airport operates at a high-altitude elevation of 4,787 feet mean sea level (MSL).

Flying Conditions

The airport's significant elevation of 4,787 ft MSL means pilots must carefully calculate performance parameters, particularly during warmer months when density altitude can substantially impact aircraft capabilities. The Gobi Desert environment typically presents challenging meteorological conditions with extreme temperature variations and potential wind shear. Seasonal wind patterns can significantly influence approach and departure strategies.

Notable Features

Dalanzadgad Airport features a single runway (03/21) measuring 7,545 feet long with a concrete (CON) surface. The high-altitude location and desert terrain require pilots to be prepared for potential rapid weather changes and reduced aircraft performance. Surrounding terrain is characterized by flat, expansive desert landscape with minimal ground obstructions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21's substantial 7,545-foot length provides adequate landing surface for most medium-sized aircraft operating in the region. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions typical of open desert environments and plan approach strategies accordingly. Standard instrument approach procedures will be critical given the airport's geographical isolation and potential meteorological challenges.

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Official Data Sources

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