Magas Airport

URMS / IGT

Sunzha, RU

Last Updated
Jul 4, 12:30Z

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Currently using: URMO
Weather Source: Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport (URMO)
Distance: 19nm / 35km from URMS

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
12:30Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR URMO 041230Z 29003MPS 260V320 9999 SCT059 29/12 Q1006 R09/010065 TEMPO 0500 +SHRA BKN002 BKN030CB RMK QFE711/0949

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,165 ft
BKN 200 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 5,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,365 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,165 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,065 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Magas Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 6 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is very low at 200 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums.

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
967 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,165 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,383 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,343 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF URMO 041052Z 0412/0421 26003G08MPS 9999 BKN055 TEMPO 0412/0421 31006G14MPS 6000 -TSRA BKN016 BKN030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,500 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RMS
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
9,842 ft 151 ft ASPHALT 96°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Magas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: URMS
IATA Code: IGT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,165 ft MSL

Location

City: Sunzha
Country: RU
Latitude: 43.323268°
Longitude: 45.012568°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No

About Magas Airport

Overview

Magas Airport serves the Sunzha region in Russia, located at coordinates 43.323268, 45.012568. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 1165 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the surrounding area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 1165 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment that can impact aircraft performance and approach characteristics. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude variations that could affect aircraft operations, particularly during seasonal temperature changes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (09/27) with a substantial length of 9,842 feet, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types and operational requirements. Its geographic positioning in the Sunzha region indicates potential terrain complexity that pilots should carefully assess during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

With a single runway oriented 09/27, aircraft approach and departure procedures will be directly influenced by prevailing wind conditions. The long 9,842-foot runway provides significant operational flexibility for landing and takeoff, offering substantial runway length for most aircraft categories.

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.