Ulyanovsk East Airport

UWLW / ULY

Cherdakly, RU

Last Updated
Jul 3, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
4 kt
200°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UWLW 032200Z 20002MPS CAVOK 20/18 Q1006 R20/CLRD60 NOSIG RMK QFE749/0999

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ulyanovsk East Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°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 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (252 ft)
Pressure Alt
470 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,130 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UWLW 031955Z 0321/0421 17003MPS 9999 BKN016 TX30/0413Z TN17/0401Z TEMPO 0410/0418 23008MPS 2100 -TSRA BKN016CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
10:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 2.1 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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: 20
16,404 ft 323 ft CON 18°
4.0 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 - UWLW

7,394 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.9%
MVFR
23.9%
IFR
11.5%
LIFR
4.7%

Ulyanovsk East Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.2% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, September.

Temperature Range

Average: 3.4°C
Range: -33°C to 31°C
-33°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

July May September

Statistics computed from 7,394 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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

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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.