Shaykovka Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 16h 33m 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 Shaykovka Air Base
Shaykovka air base, also given variously as Kirov Shaykovka, Anisovo Gorod, Anisovo Gorodishche, Shaykovo, Shajkovka, Gorodische, Chaikovka, is an airbase of the Russian Aerospace Forces in Kaluga Oblast, Russia located 17 km north of Kirov, Kaluga Oblast. It is a large airfield with hangars and an extensive alert area for fighters. NASA's FIRMS indicates the runway overrun has been hardened to extend the runway to 3000 m. In 2000, Tupolev Tu-160, Tupolev Tu-95MS, and Tupolev Tu-22M3 aircraft operated out of this base during a training exercise. The Natural Resources Defense Council listed the base as a nuclear site in a study.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 9,842 ft / 3,000 m | 249 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shaykovka Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shaykovka Air Base located?
Shaykovka Air Base is medium airport located in Kirov, Russia, at an elevation of 666 ft (203 m).
How many runways does Shaykovka Air Base have?
Shaykovka Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 9,842 ft / 3,000 m.
What time zone is Shaykovka Air Base in?
Shaykovka Air Base is in the Europe/Moscow time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shaykovka Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shaykovka Air Base is approximately 10.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shaykovka Air Base?
The nearest airport to Shaykovka Air Base is Seshcha Air Base (RU-0240), about 47.7 nm to the sw, followed by Bezhitsa Airfield and Vyazma Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shaykovka Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.