Begishevo Airport

UWKE / NBC

Nizhnekamsk, RU

Last Updated
Jul 4, 01:09Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
01:09Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
8 kt
220°
3 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI UWKE 040109Z 22004MPS 3000 BR FEW003 SCT036 18/18 Q1006 R21/210350 NOSIG RMK OBST OBSC QFE738/0984

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 643 ft
FEW 300 ft AGL
SCT 3,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
943 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,243 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Begishevo Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,600 feet and 3 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 3 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 300 ft, scattered at 3,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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 23 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Fog. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 01:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
985 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (643 ft)
Pressure Alt
861 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,375 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD UWKE 040108Z 0401/0424 21003G08MPS 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 0401/0403 17005G12MPS 0700 FG VV003 BECMG 0406/0407 30003G08MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WKE
03
21 ✈️
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
8,209 ft 138 ft ASP 34°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
5,620 ft 190 ft GRS 47°
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UWKE

14,791 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.1%
MVFR
17%
IFR
16.6%
LIFR
11.4%

Begishevo Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, July, September.

Temperature Range

Average: 2.1°C
Range: -28°C to 30°C
-28°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.1%

Best Months for VFR

May July September

Statistics computed from 14,791 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Begishevo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UWKE
IATA Code: NBC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 643 ft MSL

Location

City: Nizhnekamsk
Country: RU
Latitude: 55.564701°
Longitude: 52.092499°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 8,209 ft
Width: 138 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04/22
Length: 5,620 ft
Width: 190 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Begishevo Airport

Overview

Begishevo Airport serves the Nizhnekamsk region in Russia, situated at an elevation of 643 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with two distinct runways, offering flexible approach and landing options for various aircraft types. Its strategic location provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding urban and industrial area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect highly variable weather conditions at Begishevo, with significant seasonal temperature range from -28°C to 26°C. Flight rules are predominantly VFR (41.1%), with substantial periods of MVFR (22.9%), IFR (21%), and occasional LIFR (15%) conditions. Visibility consistently remains strong, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways with different surface compositions: runway 03/21 is asphalt (8,209 ft long) and runway 04/22 is grass (5,620 ft long). These multiple runway options provide operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. The airport's geographical coordinates at 55.564701, 52.092499 place it in a region with potentially complex meteorological transitions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Begishevo Airport. While wind data in the provided statistics appears incomplete, pilots should prepare for potential variability in approach conditions. The dual runway configuration allows for adaptable landing strategies based on current 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

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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.