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• Document Type: CREST
• Collection: NGA Records (Formerly NIMA)
• Document Number (FOIA) /ESDN (CREST): CIA-RDP78T05693A000300030030-4
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• Original Classification: T
• Document Page Count: 12
• Document Creation Date: December 28, 2016
• Document Release Date: June 5, 2009
• Sequence Number: 30
• Publication Date: September 17, 1957
• Content Type: REPORT

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limited cloud cover. No malfunction.
ODE - 4059, 10 September 1957, Volga, Kazakhstan and Central Asia.
SUMMARY:
This preliminary study confirms the existence of a major guided missile
test facility which contains at least fourteen separate launching areas. It
reports a large communication center and several major industrial com-
plexes, one of which reportedly is engaged in uranium ore mining and process-
ing, and another in the production of heavy water. Ten major airfields are
reported, two of which are new and still under construction, with a total air-
craft count of 270 fighters, 68 bombers, 17 transports, and 17 helicopters.
Thirteen airfields of secondary importance are also reported and several
smaller sod fields were noted.
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The range head for the Kapustin Yar Missile Test Range covers
approximately 1600 square miles beginning roughly at a N-S line through
Kapustin Yar (48034'N - 450451E) and extending eastward some forty-five
miles. The area is well served by air facilities, roads, rail spurs, and
power transmission lines. A maze of separate launching installations, static
were observed throughout the area. At least fourteen separate and distinctive
launch areas, each of which possibly serve a separate missile system, were
visible. Included among these was a typical MOSCOW SAM Site, (herringbone
configuration) complete with YO-YO and several unusual storage areas.
The entire area is marked by a complex network of buried cable lines,
ground scars, communication and instrumentation units, distinctive storage
facilities, and housing and administration areas.
None of the launch areas resembled those seen at Tyura Tale and no
installation resembli::g Mozhaysk was observed.
It should be noted that the range head area extends North and South
beyond the limits of large scale photo coverage. The small scale of tracker
coverage precluded interpretation of i _stallatio .s visible on the far oblique.
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40?49'N - 44?30'E
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This complex which contains the "MYASNIKAN" Chemical Plant,
reportedly containing a heavy water plant, is covered by excellent photography.
(44?02'N - 43?04'E)
This complex is covered by excellent photography and contains a
large uranium mining area. A new industry, possibly a uranium ore process-
ing plant, is also in this area.
a. MINERAL'NYYE VODY AIRFIELD
44?14'N - 43?06'E
One sod runway, NW/SE, 5800 by 150 feet. Aircraft observed:
10 CAB, 8 COACH/CRATE.
48?18'N - 46?09'E
One concrete runway, NW/SE,approximately 7000 by 200 feet. A
large fenced area, probably for weapons loading, is entered by taxiways. Large
shop buildings, of a type not normally associated with USSR airfields, are also
located at the airfield. Aircraft observed: 7 BULL, 6 BADGER, 42 probable
BEAGLE, 12 unidentified fighters, 2 CAB, and 6 unidentified aircraft.
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5. RUSTAVI COMPLEX
41?331N - 45?03'E
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This area includes the RUSTAVI METALLURGICAL WORKS, the
RUSTAVI NITROGEN PLANT, apd the RUSTAVI THERMAL POWER PLANT
and is covered by excellent photography.
41?28'N - 45?06'E
This communication center is located just southeast of RUSTAVI
and contains extensive antenna arrays and a secure building area. The entire
area is covered by excellent photography.
40?00'N - 53?b0'E
KRASNOVODSK is covered by excellent photography and includes a large
petroleum refinery, oil storage facilities, a rail terminus, and port facilities.
Extensive anti-aircraft defenses and one large electronics site are located in
the area.
a. KRASNOVODSK AIRFIELD
40?03'N - 52?591E
One concrete runway, N/S, 8400 by 270 feet, and one concrete
runway, NIS, 3300 by 270 feet. Aircraft observed: 2 BULL, 2 BEAGLE,
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7. YANGADZHA AIRFIELD
40?04'N - 53?24'E
One concrete runway, NW/SE, approximately 5600 feet long (on far
oblique). Airfield has double chevron scramble strips at each end and a
parallel taxiway. Aircraft observed: 28 unidentified fighters.
41?34'N - 52?32'E
One blacktop runway, N/S, approximately 7000 feet long (on oblique).
The airfield is located 1.5 NM east of BEK-DASH and has only the runway
completed. No facilities or aircraft were visible.
48017'N - 46?13!E
One concrete runway, E/W, 7000 by 200 feet. Only limited ground
facilities are evident. Airfield is adjacent to VLADIMIROVKA Airfield.
Aircraft observed: 9 probable BEAGLE.
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The city of STAVROPOL and the surrounding area is covered by
excellent photography. Complex contains various industries (some under con-
45?02'N - 42?O1E
Sod landing area, E/W 4200 by 2200 feet. Aircraft observed:
7 COLT, 10 probable CREEK.
45?01'N - 41?53'E
Sod landing area, ENE/WSW, approximately 6700 by 1000 feet.
Aircraft observed: 5 CREEK, 4 COLT.
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45?06'N - 42?06"E
This airfield is located approximately fjve nautical miles northeast
of STAVROPOL. The runway is oriented NE/SW and is approximately 8200
feet long. POL facilities are also under construction. A fenced barracks area
is located adjacent to the field.
12. ARMAVIR AIRFIELD
44?58'N - 41?07'E
Concrete runway, approximately 6000 feet long (on far oblique)..
Runway has parallel taxiways and hardstands. There are two POL storage
areas and one possible ammunition storage area adjacent to the field.
44?38'N - 41?57'E
44?40'N - 41?55'E
Construction activity is taking place on runway and adjacent areas.
Airfield is not usable and construction activity is probably not associated with
airfield repair.
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44?03'N - 43?01'E
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Sod landing area, WNW/ESE, 2800 by 1600 feet. Aircraft observed:
1 COLT, 7 CREEK.
One concrete runway, E/W, 7800 by 230 feet with concrete taxiways,
a parallel parking ramp, and POL storage facilities. Aircraft observed:
16. GUDERMES AIRFIELD
43?24'N - 46?06'E
One blacktop runway, NE/SW, length over 5000 feet (on far oblique).
Airfield is located two nautical miles north of GUDERMES. Aircraft observed:
7 unidentified fighters, and 15 other unidentified aircraft.
17. GROZNYY COMPLEX
43?20'N - 45?42'E
GROZNYY, which is covered by excellent photography, contains rail-
road classification yards, heavy industry, and an extensive petroleum
industry.
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43?22'N - 45?38"E
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. Sod landing area, NW/SE, 9400 by 4000 feet. Aircraft observed:
61 liaison aircraft.
b. GROZNYY NORTH AIRFIELD
43?21'N - 45?40'E
Sod landing area, WNW/ESE, 5000 by 3300 feet. Ten possible
aircraft were observed.
c. GROZNYY EAST AIRFIELD
43?17'N - 45?46'E
One concrete runway, E/W, 6400 by 200 feet, and one concrete
runway, E/W, 3200 by 200 feet, with a 3200 foot packed earth extensipn.
Airfield has small servicing and repair facilities and ammunition storage.
Aircraft observed: 1 BEAGLE, 25 FRESCO, 1 CREEK, 1 COLT.
d. GROZNYY/GOYTY AIRFIELD
43?10'N - 45?43'E
Sod landing area, E/W, 8000 by 4000 feet. Airfield is located
8.5 nautical miles south of GROZNYY. Aircraft observed: 54 possible
CREEK.
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18. TBILISI COMPLEX
41?42'N - 44?45'E
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41?40'N - 44?57'E
One concrete runway, NW/SE, 8000 by 200 feet. There is a new
administration building under construction. Aircraft observed: 9 COACH/
CRATE, 12 CAB, 6 CREEK, 1 COLT, 3 HOUND.
b. TBILISI/VAZIANI Airfield
41?38'N - 45?02'E
One concrete runway, WNW/ESE, 7100 by 200 feet. Aircraft
observed: 13 BEAGLE, 74 FRESCO, 1 CREEK, 4 HARE.
c. TBILISI/SOGANLUG AIRFIELD
41?39'N - 44?56'E
One concrete runway, NW/SE, 5600 by 230 feet. Aircraft
observed: 2 CAB.
d. TBILISI/SANDAR AIRFIELD
41?28'N - 44?47'E
One concrete runway, ENE/WSW, 6400 by 165 feet, and one cony
crete runway, NNW/SSE, 3100 by 250 feet. Aircraft observed: 59 FRESCO
and 3 CREEK.
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19. GYUMUSH
40?23'N - 44?37'E
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The GYUMUSH area and the GYUMUSH Hydroelectric Power Plant
are covered by excellent photography.
400 11'N - 44?30'E
40?18'N - 44?34'E
Two packed earth runways, one N/S and NE/SW, each 3400 by
270 feet. One balloon was observed.
- 40?07'N - 44?28'E
One concrete runway, NNE/SSW, 7200 by 220 feet. Aircraft
observed: 27 FRESCO, 3 COACH/CRATE, 3 CAB, 2 COLT, 1 CREEK,
and 1 unidentified aircraft.