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Ngari Gunsa Airport - Airport Information
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About Ngari Gunsa Airport
Overview
Ngari Gunsa Airport serves the remote region of Shiquanhe in western China, situated at an extremely high elevation of 14,022 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport located in the challenging Tibetan Plateau, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for a geographically isolated area. The airport's single runway (15/33) extends 14,764 feet, accommodating various aircraft operations in this high-altitude environment.
Flying Conditions
The airport's extreme elevation at 14,022 feet MSL presents significant challenges for aircraft performance and pilot operations. Pilots must carefully calculate density altitude effects, which can dramatically reduce aircraft lift and engine performance. Seasonal variations in the Tibetan Plateau region likely include extreme temperature fluctuations and potential rapid weather changes characteristic of high-altitude mountain environments.
Notable Features
Ngari Gunsa Airport is positioned in a mountainous region with coordinates at 32.097940, 80.053971, suggesting complex surrounding terrain. The airport's asphalted runway (15/33) at 14,764 feet provides substantial length, which is critical for aircraft operations at such high elevations. The geographical location indicates proximity to significant mountain ranges, requiring heightened terrain awareness during all flight phases.
Approach Considerations
Runway 15/33 offers a substantial 14,764-foot surface, providing pilots flexibility in approach and departure strategies. Given the high-altitude location, pilots should anticipate reduced aircraft performance and implement conservative flight planning techniques. The runway's orientation suggests potential wind channeling effects typical of mountain airport environments, necessitating careful wind assessment during approach and landing.
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