The Kieng-Uras fishing and hunting station was located nearby, which included 5 buildings.

Around 2010, in the face of increasing international competition for Arctic resources, the Russian government decided to restore the station.

The runway of the airfield is located on a pebble spit separating the Gulf of Stakhanovtsev Arctic from the lagoon, and is capable of servicing Antonov An-72 aircraft.

In September 2014, the 99th Tactic Arctic Group permanently established the base by beginning construction of a runway, pier and accommodation for troops and their families.

The airfield is now able to receive Ilyushin Il-76 aircraft all year long which significantly improves the bases ability to re-supply.