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LWN Shirak Airport
Shirak Airport (IATA: LWN, ICAO:UDSG) is located in the the city of Gyumri, Armenia.

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IATA Code

LWN

ICAO Code

UDSG

Name

Shirak Airport

Type

Country / Region

Armenia (AM)

City

Gyumri

Latitude

40.7504005

Longitude

43.8592987

Time Zone

UTC+04:00

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Airport Overview

Shirak Airport（LWN）, identified by ICAO code UDSG, serves Gyumri in Armenia’s Shirak Province. The airport is located approximately 5 km east of central Gyumri at 40.7504005, 43.8592987 and operates on UTC+04:00. It is a regional international airport rather than a major cargo hub. The supplied airport record indicates that the airport is currently not operating; therefore, cargo acceptance, handling, customs processing and flight availability must not be assumed. Our service team treats Shirak Airport as a verification-required origin or destination and confirms operational status with the airport, handling parties and carrier before accepting a booking. Where direct handling is unavailable, we can assess alternative routing through another Armenian gateway and arrange onward road transport subject to customs and security approval.

Airport	Shirak Airport
IATA / ICAO	LWN / UDSG
Location	Gyumri, Armenia
Coordinates	40.7504005, 43.8592987
Time zone	UTC+04:00
Operational status	Reported as currently closed in the supplied airport record; written confirmation is required before planning any movement.

Key Highlights

Regional airport profileShirak Airport is positioned as a regional gateway for Gyumri and the surrounding Shirak area, not as a scheduled international cargo hub.

Operational verification is essentialThe supplied record states that the airport is currently closed, so no uplift, warehouse acceptance or local delivery window should be promised without confirmation.

Limited cargo planning visibilityAny available capacity, ground handler, customs process and carrier connection may change and must be checked shipment by shipment.

Alternative gateway planningFor urgent or commercial shipments, our team can compare another Armenian gateway with road feeder transport to or from Gyumri.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Because the supplied record reports current closure, the following capabilities must be treated as conditional rather than available services:

Acceptance and storage: cargo acceptance, build-up, breakdown, general storage and release arrangements require confirmation from the currently designated airport or handling representative.
Temperature-controlled cargo: do not assume validated cold-room capacity, active cooling or transfer protection. Pharmaceutical and perishable shipments require a written handling plan before booking.
Dangerous goods: dangerous-goods acceptance, segregation, documentation review and aircraft compatibility must be confirmed with an authorized handler and operating carrier.
Customs and bonded handling: customs supervision, bonded storage, transit procedures and import release depend on the active gateway and the applicable Armenian customs process.
Road feeder alternatives: if Shirak Airport cannot accept cargo, our service team can investigate airport-to-Gyumri trucking, cross-border transit and final-mile delivery, subject to route and customs feasibility.

Routes & Transit Times

No current scheduled cargo route, carrier rotation or guaranteed transit time should be inferred from historical passenger or regional flight information. The operating carrier and uplift point must be confirmed at the time of quotation.
If Shirak Airport remains unavailable, routing may require an alternative Armenian gateway followed by road transport to Gyumri. This creates additional milestones for terminal acceptance, customs control, border movement and local delivery.
For export cargo, the practical transit time is affected by space confirmation, security screening, customs release, truck availability, road conditions and any border or transit formalities. Our team provides a confirmed schedule only after carrier and ground-handler validation.
For import cargo, consignee readiness and the availability of customs documents should be aligned before the shipment is uplifted; airport arrival alone does not establish a confirmed delivery date.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Gyumri and the wider Shirak Province are the natural catchment area, with road connectivity and local customs arrangements determining the practical service radius.
Potential regional cargo: consolidated commercial shipments, machinery spares, industrial components, textiles, manufactured goods and time-sensitive replacement parts may be relevant to the area, subject to shipper demand and route availability.
Perishables and pharmaceuticals: these commodities require confirmed temperature-control, security and customs arrangements; they should not be routed through a closed or unverified gateway.
Oversized or project cargo: aircraft, runway, loading equipment, road access and permit restrictions must be reviewed individually. No lifting, aircraft-door or storage capability should be presumed.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: there is no reliable airport-specific cut-off to publish while operational status and handling arrangements remain unconfirmed. Our team obtains the applicable acceptance, documentation and delivery deadlines from the actual operating party.
Air waybill and customs data: provide accurate shipper, consignee, notify-party, commodity description, HS information, invoice, packing list and origin documents. Transit routing may require additional customs or transport documents.
Special cargo: dangerous goods, lithium batteries, live animals, human remains, temperature-sensitive products and valuable cargo require advance declaration, packaging review and carrier acceptance before dispatch.
Inspection and release: customs inspection, security screening, document discrepancies and consignee payment or authorization can delay release. Cargo should not be sent to the airport until the receiving point is confirmed in writing.

Shipping Tips

Ask our service team to verify the current operating status of Shirak Airport, the accepting handler, customs availability and the actual carrier before cargo pickup.
Prepare a fallback quotation through another Armenian gateway with road delivery to Gyumri. Compare total transit time, border exposure, handling points, insurance and customs responsibilities rather than airfreight alone.
Use robust, stackable export packaging with clear piece marks, gross weight, dimensions and handling instructions. Obtain pre-approval for irregular, heavy, hazardous or temperature-sensitive shipments.
Submit commercial documents early and ensure the commodity description matches the invoice, packing list, air waybill and customs declaration. Do not tender cargo against an unconfirmed warehouse address or cut-off.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Shirak Airport accept international air cargo now?

The supplied airport record states that the airport is currently closed. Acceptance cannot be assumed; our service team must obtain current written confirmation from the relevant airport, handler and carrier before arranging shipment.

Should I use the airport code LWN when requesting a quote?

Yes, include LWN and ICAO code UDSG as identification references, but describe the airport as Shirak Airport in commercial documents. The code does not confirm that cargo operations or scheduled uplift are available.

What is the best alternative if the airport cannot handle my shipment?

Our team can compare an alternative Armenian gateway with road feeder transport to Gyumri. The suitable option depends on cargo type, customs status, final destination, border conditions and required delivery date.

Can temperature-controlled or dangerous-goods cargo be routed through Shirak Airport?

Only after the operating handler and carrier confirm the required facilities, acceptance procedure, packaging, documentation and aircraft compatibility. For an inactive or unverified gateway, use of an alternative route may be necessary.

Are transit times and flight schedules guaranteed?

No. Historical services do not establish current availability. Our team issues a transit estimate only after checking space, operating status, ground handling, customs requirements and any road connection.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, location, time zone and the reported operational-status note are based on the supplied airport record for Shirak Airport. IATA and ICAO code conventions can be cross-checked through the official industry bodies iata.org and icao.int. These sources support code and aviation-reference verification; they do not by themselves confirm current cargo acceptance, warehouse capability, flight schedules, customs hours or handling availability.

Operational status, carrier acceptance, cut-off times, special-cargo capability, customs routing and road-feeder arrangements are time-sensitive. Our service team verifies those items directly with the operating airport, appointed handler, carrier and relevant authorities before confirming a shipment.