Mengon Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 40m 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 Mengon Air Base
Mengon is an air base in Amur Oblast, Russia located 17 km southwest of Elban. Its purpose is unknown; it may be a diversion or dispersal airbase for bombers from Zavitinsk or Ukrainka. It has a very long runway and large tarmac. Long runway was designated as a "eastern alternate airport" for landing the Buran spacecraft.
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Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mengon Air Base located?
Mengon Air Base is closed located in Elban, Russia, at an elevation of 164 ft (50 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mengon Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.