Salka Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 12m 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 Salka Airfield
Salka Aerodrome is an aerodrome in Russia located 17 km northeast of Nizhny Tagil. Until 1994 the airfield was home to the 765th Fighter Aviation Regiment initially operated the Sukhoi Su-9 (Fishpot) in the 1960s and 1970s. The regiment replaced it in 1980 with the MiG-23P (Flogger-G). From 1964 till 1994, the regiment was part of the 20th Air Defence Corps of the 4th Independent Air Defence Army. The 765 IAP was disbanded in 1994.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 8,202 ft / 2,500 m | 131 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA SECTOR URAL1 | Class C | CTA | 5000 ft MSL | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Russia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Salka Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Salka Airfield located?
Salka Airfield is small airport located in Nizhny Tagil, Russia, at an elevation of 886 ft (270 m).
How many runways does Salka Airfield have?
Salka Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 8,202 ft / 2,500 m.
What time zone is Salka Airfield in?
Salka Airfield is in the Asia/Yekaterinburg time zone (UTC+05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Salka Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Salka Airfield is approximately 16.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Salka Airfield?
The nearest airport to Salka Airfield is Byngi Airfield (RU-0169), about 24.8 nm to the s, followed by Alapayevsk Airfield and Baltym Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Salka Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.