Ruoqiang Loulan Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 13h 6m 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 Ruoqiang Loulan Airport
Ruoqiang Loulan Airport is an airport serving Ruoqiang County in Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, China. It received approval from the State Council of China and the Central Military Commission in March 2014. The airport is located in Xitatirang Village (西塔提让村), west of the county seat Ruoqiang Town. Construction began in November 2015, with an investment of 546 million yuan. The airport was opened on 29 March 2018, and became the 20th airport in Xinjiang.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ZWRQNOTAMs
ZWRQReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 9,186 ft / 2,800 m | 148 ft | — | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| URUMQI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| LANZHOU | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all China airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 3,396 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,438 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,419 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,428 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,320 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,366 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,366 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,432 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ruoqiang Loulan Airport?
The ICAO code for Ruoqiang Loulan Airport is ZWRQ, and its IATA code is RQA.
Where is Ruoqiang Loulan Airport located?
Ruoqiang Loulan Airport is medium airport located in Ruoqiang Town, China, at an elevation of 2,916 ft (889 m).
How many runways does Ruoqiang Loulan Airport have?
Ruoqiang Loulan Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,186 ft / 2,800 m.
What time zone is Ruoqiang Loulan Airport in?
Ruoqiang Loulan Airport is in the Asia/Urumqi time zone (UTC+06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ruoqiang Loulan Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ruoqiang Loulan Airport is approximately 1.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ruoqiang Loulan Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.