Taldykorgan Airport

UAAT / TDK

Taldykorgan, KZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
6 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UAAT 220930Z 31003MPS 260V010 9999 FEW050CB SCT100 25/06 Q1008 NOSIG RMK QFE705/0940

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,925 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,925 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,925 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Taldykorgan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 6 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft (CB), scattered at 10,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 5,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
944 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,925 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,083 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,745 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UAAT 220802Z 2209/2218 30003G08MPS 9999 SCT050CB BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:58Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAT
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
9,846 ft 164 ft CON
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UAAT

4,657 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.6%
MVFR
8.6%
IFR
5%
LIFR
4.8%

Taldykorgan Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -25°C to 28°C
-25°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Statistics computed from 4,657 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Taldykorgan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UAAT
IATA Code: TDK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,925 ft MSL

Location

City: Taldykorgan
Country: KZ
Latitude: 45.122550°
Longitude: 78.442758°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,846 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Taldykorgan Airport

Overview

Taldykorgan Airport serves the eastern Kazakhstan region, located at an elevation of 1,925 feet MSL near the city of Taldykorgan. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with a substantial runway measuring 9,846 feet in length, providing significant operational flexibility for regional and potentially longer-range aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions at this airport, with 81.6% of observations indicating good visual flying conditions. Temperature variations are substantial, ranging from -24°C to 28°C, which suggests significant seasonal weather changes. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport is situated at moderate elevation with geographic coordinates of 45.122550, 78.442758, positioned in the eastern region of Kazakhstan. The concrete runway (designated 02/20) offers stable surface conditions for aircraft operations. Minimal fog occurrence (2.3%) suggests generally clear atmospheric conditions throughout the year.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the airport's most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots. While wind data in the current dataset appears limited, the long runway provides flexibility for approach and departure scenarios. Pilots should anticipate a stable, predictable environment with high probability of visual meteorological conditions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.