Choibalsan airport

Airport

Choibalsan Airport

Place type
Airport
Elevation
743 m

Field notes

The field account

Beginning with its military past, the history of Choibalsan Airport has witnessed change and transformation.

Choibalsan Airport is a civilian airport located in Choibalsan, Mongolia, which formerly operated as a military airfield of the USSR Air Force. In 2001, an international reserve airport was built on the base of this former military airfield to provide air connectivity and accessibility to the region.

In 2008, international flights from Choibalsan Airport to Hailar, People's Republic of China began, opening new avenues of communication and opportunities for passengers and tourists. A few years later, from October 21, 2013, Hunnu Air began operating flights to Manchuria, China, deepening trade and cultural ties between Mongolia and China.

Choibalsan Airport plays a significant role in the development of regional and international air traffic, contributing to tourism, economic development and cross-cultural exchange. Its history, which began as a military airfield, has evolved into a symbol of openness and cooperation between countries and peoples, reflecting the dynamic changes in the air industry and geopolitical environment in the region.

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Where it sits

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