Borovtsy Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 58m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Borovtsy Air Base
Borovitsy is an air base in Belarus, located 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) northwest of Polotsk. It has a sprawling taxiway area and pads for about 40 aircraft. During the Soviet era, it was home to the 24th Guards Military Transport Aviation Regiment 1946-1956, but by the 1980s it was served only by the 276th Independent Helicopter Regiment flying Mi-8 and Mi-24 helicopters.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 456 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 486 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 430 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Borovtsy Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Borovtsy Air Base located?
Borovtsy Air Base is small airport located in Polatsk, Belarus, at an elevation of 456 ft (139 m).
What time zone is Borovtsy Air Base in?
Borovtsy Air Base is in the Europe/Minsk time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Borovtsy Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Borovtsy Air Base is approximately 9.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Borovtsy Air Base?
The nearest airport to Borovtsy Air Base is Suklina Airstrip (BY-0031), about 33.5 nm to the sw, followed by Aerodrom Kukoviatsino and Adamova Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Borovtsy Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.