Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 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 Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base
Orsha Airport is a commercial airport in Belarus, located 11 km southwest of Orsha. It has a long runway, large tarmac area, a terminal building, 3 commercial remote stands, and 30 large revetments. A remote revetment area contains 5 bomber pads and probably 5 fighter pads.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 9,845 ft / 3,001 m | 148 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORSHA TMA I | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL105 |
| ORSHA TMA II | Class C | TMA | 1300 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| ORSHA CTR | Class C | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Belarus airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 587 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 607 ft | — |
| МТС 609 | 230 ft | 584 ft | — |
| velcom 6 | 230 ft | 551 ft | — |
| BeST 2516 | 230 ft | 561 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 610 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 623 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 650 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base?
Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base uses the IATA code TXC.
Where is Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base located?
Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base is medium airport located in Orsha, Belarus, at an elevation of 620 ft (189 m).
How many runways does Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base have?
Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 9,845 ft / 3,001 m.
What time zone is Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base in?
Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base is in the Europe/Minsk time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base is approximately 9.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base?
The nearest airport to Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base is Obsianka Airstrip (BY-0034), about 20.9 nm to the se, followed by Gorki and Novo-Pashkovo Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Orsha Airport - Balbasovo Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.