Step Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 43m 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 Step Air Base
Step is an air base in Chita, Russia located 14 km northwest of Yasnogorsk. It is a large air base with two revetment areas and numerous military fortifications. It is near an SS-11 missile field that was dismantled in the mid-1990s.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 9,841 ft / 3,000 m | 157 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Step Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Step Air Base located?
Step Air Base is medium airport located in Chita, Russia, at an elevation of 2,050 ft (625 m).
How many runways does Step Air Base have?
Step Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 9,841 ft / 3,000 m.
What time zone is Step Air Base in?
Step Air Base is in the Asia/Chita time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Step Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Step Air Base is approximately 10° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Step Air Base?
The nearest airport to Step Air Base is Borzya Zapadnaya Airfield (RU-0126), about 50.7 nm to the se, followed by Chindant Air Base and Nerchinsk Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Step Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.