Ulyanovsk East Airport

UWLW / ULY

Cherdakly, RU

Last Updated
Jun 21, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
10 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UWLW 210900Z 34005MPS 300V020 9999 SCT048 21/15 Q1013 R02/CLRD60 NOSIG RMK QFE753/1004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 252 ft
SCT 4,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,052 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ulyanovsk East Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 10 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 06:00Z.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (252 ft)
Pressure Alt
260 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,040 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UWLW 210758Z 2109/2209 03005G10MPS 9999 BKN020 TX24/2111Z TN14/2201Z TEMPO 2109/2115 34010G17MPS 3000 -TSRA FEW006 BKN016CB TEMPO 2115/2206 BKN016CB BECMG 2120/2121 32006G13MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:54Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
15:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
20:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WLW
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
16,404 ft 323 ft CON 18°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UWLW

7,104 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59%
MVFR
24.3%
IFR
11.8%
LIFR
4.9%

Ulyanovsk East Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.7% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, September.

Temperature Range

Average: 2.8°C
Range: -33°C to 31°C
-33°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

May June September

Statistics computed from 7,104 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ulyanovsk East Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UWLW
IATA Code: ULY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 252 ft MSL

Location

City: Cherdakly
Country: RU
Latitude: 54.401001°
Longitude: 48.802700°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 16,404 ft
Width: 323 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Ulyanovsk East Airport

Overview

Ulyanovsk East Airport serves the Cherdakly region in Russia, positioned at 54.401001, 48.802700. As a medium airport with a substantial runway measuring 16,404 feet, it provides critical infrastructure for regional and potentially strategic aviation operations in the Ulyanovsk Oblast.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 48% of observations supporting clear flying. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -29°C to 30°C, with an average of 1.4°C. September, October, and January represent the most favorable VFR months, offering the most consistent flying conditions.

Notable Features

Located at 252 feet mean sea level, Ulyanovsk East Airport sits on relatively flat terrain. The airport's extensive concrete runway (02/20) suggests capability for handling larger aircraft and diverse operational requirements. The low percentage of low instrument flight rules (LIFR) conditions at 5.5% indicates generally reliable visibility.

Approach Considerations

With consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.2%), approaches to this airport are typically straightforward. While wind data in the provided statistics appears incomplete, pilots should review current METAR information for precise wind conditions prior to arrival.

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
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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.