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Kokshetau Old Airport serves Kokshetau, KZ.
Kokshetau Old Airport (KZ-0040)
Limited public information is available regarding Kokshetau Old Airport (KZ-0040). It was a former airfield that served the city of Kokshetau, Kazakhstan, prior to the construction of the current Kokshetau International Airport (IATA: KOV, ICAO: UACK).
- Type of facility: The former Kokshetau Airport was described as a small grass airfield with a relatively short runway. It opened in 1945.
- Location: It was located to the north of the city of Kokshetau. There is still an "Old Airport district" in Kokshetau, which indicates its historical location.
- Historical Significance: This facility was replaced by the current Kokshetau International Airport, which began a new operational phase in 2013 with a new building and runway structure, replacing the old structure on the same site. The IATA code KOV for the international airport is derived from the city's previous name, Kokchetav, which was also the airport's name when it opened.
AirportRoutes · updated May 2, 2026
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Where is Kokshetau Old Airport located?
Kokshetau Old Airport is located in Kokshetau, KZ, at an elevation of 731 ft. Its IATA code is — and ICAO code is KZ-0040.