Kyiv Chaika Airfield (, also given as Kyiv West) is a recreational aerodrome in Ukraine located in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka (Kyiv-Sviatoshyn Raion, Kyiv Region), about 15 km (9 mi) west of Kyiv. It is a general aviation airfield with Antonov An-2, An-28, and other single-engine aircraft. There is a paved 150 x 45 m tarmac ramp.
It is an integral part of the Seagull Sports Complex. An aeroclub is based at the airport, training parachutists and beginners training under the United States Air Force Academy program. The sports complex is adjacent to the suburban residential complex of the same name, which got its name because of its proximity to the airfield.Житловий комплекс «Чайка»
Notable events at the airport Chayka Aviation Parade was a large-scale aviation show dedicated to the Independence Day of Ukraine that took place in 1997. The parade was attended by President of Ukraine Leonid Kuchma, and Minister of Defense Oleksandr Kuzmuk.Авиация и Время. — Вересень 1997. — с.30 In addition, air shows, concerts and festivals are held periodically.Первый авиационный фестиваль Аэродром «Чайка»: афиша и билетыАэродром «Чайка»
See also SC Chaika Petropavlivska Borshchahivka
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External links авиапарад на Чайке// Aviation parade over the airfield Chayka