What is the current weather at N 316 Helipad?

Current conditions at N 316 Helipad (RK9C) are MVFR. Temperature is 25°C. Winds are from 220° at 8 knots.

Does RK9C have an ILS approach?

N 316 Helipad (RK9C) does not have ILS equipment listed. Check the current AIP for available instrument approaches.

What is the elevation of RK9C?

N 316 Helipad (RK9C) has a field elevation of 100 feet MSL.

What is the ICAO code for N 316 Helipad?

The ICAO code for N 316 Helipad is RK9C.

Where is RK9C located?

N 316 Helipad (RK9C) is located near Sangtae-do, KR at coordinates 34.394410°N, 125.299115°E.

How often is the METAR updated for RK9C?

METAR reports for N 316 Helipad (RK9C) are typically issued once per hour, around 55 minutes past the hour. Special METARs (SPECI) are issued when significant weather changes occur. MetarCentral updates data from official sources every 5 minutes.

Does RK9C have a TAF forecast?

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) availability depends on the airport. Check the RK9C TAF page at metarcentral.com/airport/RK9C/taf for the latest forecast, which covers a 24-30 hour period and is updated every 6 hours.

What does MVFR mean at RK9C?

N 316 Helipad is currently reporting MVFR conditions. MVFR (Marginal VFR) means visibility is 3-5 statute miles and/or ceiling is 1,000-3,000 feet AGL. Pilots should exercise caution and be prepared for potential IFR conditions.

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N 316 Helipad

RK9C

Sangtae-do, KR

Last Updated

Jul 4, 08:00Z

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Current Weather

Display Units

Time

Temp

Wind

Alt

QNH

Recent 47 min ago

08:00Z

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MVFR

Flight Rules

25°C

Temperature

Dewpoint: 22°C

8 kt

220°

10+ km

Visibility

2,100 ft

Ceiling

Above Ground Level

1007 hPa

QNH

Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKJB 040800Z 22008KT 9999 BKN021 OVC120 25/22 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft

9,000ft

6,000ft

3,000ft

Ground

Field Elev: 100 ft

BKN 2,100 ft AGL

OVC 12,000 ft AGL

☁️

BKN

Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)

2,100 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

2,200 ft AMSL

☁️

OVC

Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)

12,000 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

12,100 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

N 316 Helipad is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 12,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH

1007 hPa

Sea Level Pressure

For altitude above MSL

QFE

1004 hPa

Field Pressure

Height above aerodrome (100 ft)

Pressure Alt

288 ft

QNE Reference

Standard: 1013 hPa

Density Altitude: 1,512 ft

ISA Deviation: +10.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF

TAF RKJB 040500Z 0406/0512 20008KT 9999 BKN027 BKN200 TN22/0419Z TX27/0506Z BECMG 0413/0415 6000 -RA FEW010 BKN020 OVC080 BECMG 0421/0423 4000 RA BKN010 BKN025 OVC060 BECMG 0501/0503 6000 -RA FEW010 BKN025 OVC060 BECMG 0510/0512 17006KT NSW BKN010 BKN025

Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)

08:47Z BASE

+0h

MVFR 200° 8 kt

Visibility: 10+ km

Ceiling: 2,700 ft

13:00Z BECMG

+5h

MVFR

Visibility: 6 km

Ceiling: 2,000 ft

Light Rain

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N 316 Helipad - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RK9C

Type: heliport

Status: active

Elevation: 100 ft MSL

Location

City: Sangtae-do

Country: KR

Latitude: 34.394410°

Longitude: 125.299115°

Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway information not available

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About N 316 Helipad

N 316 Helipad (RK9C) is located in Sangtae-do, KR at an elevation of 100 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

N 316 Helipad serves Sangtae-do in KR.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from RK9C, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.