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Aktau (UATE/SCO) — Aktau, Kazakhstan

At a glance

Port of entry: Yes
Fuel: Jet A-1
Tower: 120.7
Runways: 12/30, 12L/30R
Elevation: 73 ft

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 7/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: UATE
Name: Aktau
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 43.860092
Longitude: 51.090858
Elevation: 73 ft
Country: Kazakhstan
Municipality: Aktau
IATA Code: SCO
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Aqtau
Distance from City: 25.8 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 10013 X 147
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 12L/30R

Designation: 12L/30R
Dimensions: 9630 X 150
Surface: GRE
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 120.700 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday N/A

Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://aktau-airport.kz/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: Not recorded
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: Kazakhstan CAA; coordinate through local handling agent. Minimum 5 working days lead time for permits.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approximately 1398 KZT per tonne
Parking Fee: First 3 hours free; approximately 967 KZT per tonne per hour thereafter
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: KZT
Remarks: Handling arranged through local ground handling provider. Overflight and landing permits required for non-scheduled flights; apply via Kazakhstan CAA minimum 5 working days in advance.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Jet A-1 available at major airports. Fuel quality generally meets international standards. Advance fuel order recommended.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
APIS Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airports are ports of entry. Visa required for most nationalities; e-visa available. Crew must carry valid travel documents. Advance passenger manifest recommended.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No curfew at most airports. Noise abatement procedures may apply. Prior permission required for non-scheduled flights.

Airport Services

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Kazakhstan Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 1d Landing: 2d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 24 hours before intended date of flight
Landing Lead Time: 48 hours before flight

Private / GA Operations:

Overflight and landing permits required.

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Active NOTAMs

C5594/26

warning

Aerodrome restriction

VALIDITY CERTIFICATE OF AD AVBL TILL 20.08.2031 REF AIP AD 1.5.

2026-08-21 10:21 UTC No end time given (PERM)

Received 2026-08-21 10:26 UTC

C7348/26

caution

Movement area restriction

ACFT STAND 109 CLSD.

2026-10-25 13:54 UTC 2026-11-05 16:00 UTC

Relayed by the FAA NOTAM feed. Coverage outside the US can be incomplete: confirm with the national AIS before flight.

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Nearby Airports

UATD Buzachi Airport 81 NM UATW Zhanaozen Airport 86 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at UATE?: The tower frequency at Aktau is 120.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at UATE?: Aktau offers Jet A-1.
Does UATE require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Aktau (Kazakhstan). Permit details for Kazakhstan
Does UATE require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Aktau.
Where is UATE located?: Aktau (UATE) is located in Aktau, Kazakhstan.
What is the IATA code for UATE?: The IATA code for Aktau is SCO.
Is UATE a port of entry?: Yes, Aktau is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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