Ulanqab Jining Airport

ZBUC / UCB

Ulanqab, CN

Last Updated
May 15, 12:00Z

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Currently using: ZBHH
Weather Source: Hohhot Baita International Airport (ZBHH)
Distance: 61nm / 112km from ZBUC

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
2 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZBHH 151200Z 05001MPS 9999 SCT033 16/14 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
SCT 3,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,300 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ulanqab Jining Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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 Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 14:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 04:00Z and 08:00Z.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (0 ft)
Pressure Alt
-83 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 37 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZBHH 150913Z 1512/1612 15004MPS 9999 -RA SCT030 TX20/1607Z TN11/1522Z TEMPO 1514/1518 2000 SHRA SCT030 FEW030CB BECMG 1523/1601 21008G13MPS TEMPO 1604/1608 SHRA SCT030 FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Rain
14:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Showers Rain
23:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BUC
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
10,499 ft 0 ft CON
1.5 kt 1.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ulanqab Jining Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZBUC
IATA Code: UCB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City: Ulanqab
Country: CN
Latitude: 41.130266°
Longitude: 113.107274°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Ulanqab Jining Airport

Overview

Ulanqab Jining Airport (ZBUC) serves the Ulanqab region in northern China, functioning as a medium-sized airport for regional and potentially military aviation operations. Located at coordinates 41.130266, 113.107274, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the surrounding administrative area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 0 ft MSL suggests a flat terrain environment, which typically indicates stable ground-level meteorological conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations along the 09/27 runway orientation, which spans a substantial 10,499 feet in length and features a concrete (CON) surface.

Notable Features

Positioned in the Ulanqab geographic region, the airport's terrain likely represents a plateau or plains landscape characteristic of inner Mongolia. The extensive runway length of 10,499 feet accommodates a wide range of aircraft types and provides significant operational flexibility for takeoffs and landings.

Approach Considerations

The runway's 09/27 orientation suggests east-west alignment, which would typically influence approach and departure procedures based on prevailing wind patterns. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during pre-flight planning, leveraging the runway's substantial concrete surface for reliable operations.

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.