Vaskovo Airport

ULAH / VKV

Arkhangelsk, RU

Last Updated
Jul 3, 22:30Z

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Currently using: ULAA
Weather Source: Talagi Airport (ULAA)
Distance: 12nm / 23km from ULAH

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ULAA 032230Z 34003MPS 310V010 9999 BKN025 12/10 Q1005 R08/CLRD62 NOSIG RMK QFE752/1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 82 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,582 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Vaskovo Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 6 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 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 Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (82 ft)
Pressure Alt
330 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -10 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ULAA 032000Z 0321/0421 01004MPS 9999 BKN016 TEMPO 0321/0406 35004G11MPS 6000 -SHRA BKN011CB TEMPO 0406/0421 03004G12MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:45Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+8h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LAH
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
7,875 ft 98 ft CON
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Vaskovo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ULAH
IATA Code: VKV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 82 ft MSL

Location

City: Arkhangelsk
Country: RU
Latitude: 64.441704°
Longitude: 40.421700°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 7,875 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Vaskovo Airport

Overview

Vaskovo Airport serves the Arkhangelsk region in northwestern Russia, positioned at 64.441704°N, 40.421700°E. As a medium-sized airport situated at 82 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area, supporting regional transportation and potentially industrial/resource-related operations typical to the Russian northern territories.

Flying Conditions

The airport's northern latitude at 64.4°N indicates challenging seasonal weather variations with potentially severe winter conditions. Given its elevation and geographic position, pilots should anticipate significant temperature fluctuations and potential low visibility periods, particularly during the extended winter months characteristic of the Arkhangelsk region.

Notable Features

Vaskovo Airport features a substantial concrete runway (12/30) measuring 7,875 feet in length, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. The runway's orientation and considerable length suggest capability for handling diverse aircraft types and providing operational flexibility in varying meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

The runway's 12/30 orientation indicates potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway alignment during approach, utilizing the full 7,875-foot concrete surface to ensure safe landing and takeoff procedures in this northern Russian airport environment.

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.