Nashik International Airport
Multi-Universe Rankings & Statistical Standing
🔬 Operational & Aerodrome Engineering Comparative Analysis
Elevation & Atmospheric Density
Positioned at 1,900 ft (579 m MSL), this aerodrome operates near standard International Standard Atmosphere (ISA) sea-level air density. High ambient air pressure provides optimal turbine thrust conversion, maximum wing lift coefficients, and minimal ground roll distance requirements, allowing long-haul flights to depart at maximum structural takeoff weight limits without atmospheric density penalties.
Regional Density & Alternates (100 NM)
Within its 100 NM cluster of 3 neighboring aerodromes, Nashik International Airport is supported by major regional alternatives. Notably, Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) lies just 83.3 NM away with a 12,139 ft runway, offering reliable operational redundancy for commercial diversions and congested airspace rerouting.
Fleet Compatibility & Ground Roll
At 9,843 ft (3,000 m), the primary runway comfortably accommodates mid-to-large twin-aisle widebody transports (such as the Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A330-900) as well as maximum-range narrowbody transcontinental configurations (Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 737 MAX 9) under typical atmospheric conditions.
🛫 Physical Runway Inventory & Surface Engineering
| Runway Designator | Length (ft / m) | Width (ft / m) | Surface Material | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 9,843 ft (3000m) | 148 ft (45m) | Concrete (CON), Asphalt (ASP) | ✅ Lighted | ✅ Active |
🧭 Comparative Aerodromes (100 NM Radius, ≥5,000 ft Paved)
Great-circle Haversine spatial proximity matching for commercial facilities with paved runway capacity within 100 NM.
| Aerodrome Name | IATA | Distance | Longest Runway | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navi Mumbai International Airport (Navi Mumbai) | NMI | 83.3 NM (154.3 km) | 12,139 ft | ✅ Lighted |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Mumbai) | BOM | 85.6 NM (158.5 km) | 11,511 ft | ✅ Lighted |
| Pune International Airport (Pune) | PNQ | 92.3 NM (170.9 km) | 10,000 ft | ✅ Lighted |