Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 15h 21m 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 Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base
Vorkuta Sovetskiy is a military airfield in the Komi Republic, Russia, located 11 km east of Vorkuta. It was one of nine Air Army staging bases in the Arctic for Russian bomber units. It contains one of the largest runways in Russia's Arctic region.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 11,482 ft / 3,500 m | 246 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 456 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 479 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 433 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 456 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 420 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 469 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 440 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 446 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base located?
Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base is medium airport located in Vorkuta, Russia, at an elevation of 630 ft (192 m).
How many runways does Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base have?
Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 11,482 ft / 3,500 m.
What time zone is Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base in?
Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base is in the Europe/Moscow time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base is approximately 25.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base?
The nearest airport to Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base is Vorkuta Airport (VKT), about 7.4 nm to the wnw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vorkuta Sovetskiy Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.