What is the current weather at N 318 Helipad?

Current conditions at N 318 Helipad (RK9E) are MVFR. Temperature is 19°C. Winds are from 90° at 17 knots.

Does RK9E have an ILS approach?

N 318 Helipad (RK9E) does not have ILS equipment listed. Check the current AIP for available instrument approaches.

What is the elevation of RK9E?

N 318 Helipad (RK9E) has a field elevation of 240 feet MSL.

What is the ICAO code for N 318 Helipad?

The ICAO code for N 318 Helipad is RK9E.

Where is RK9E located?

N 318 Helipad (RK9E) is located near Udo Island, KR at coordinates 33.492923°N, 126.962962°E.

How often is the METAR updated for RK9E?

METAR reports for N 318 Helipad (RK9E) 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 RK9E have a TAF forecast?

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) availability depends on the airport. Check the RK9E TAF page at metarcentral.com/airport/RK9E/taf for the latest forecast, which covers a 24-30 hour period and is updated every 6 hours.

What does MVFR mean at RK9E?

N 318 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 318 Helipad

RK9E

Udo Island, KR

Last Updated

May 14, 23:00Z

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Distance: 24nm / 44km from RK9E

Current Weather

Display Units

Time

Temp

Wind

Alt

QNH

Recent 57 min ago

23:00Z

🌙 Night

MVFR

Flight Rules

19°C

Temperature

Dewpoint: 15°C

17 kt

90°

10+ km

Visibility

2,000 ft

Ceiling

Above Ground Level

1020 hPa

QNH

Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKPC 142300Z 09017KT 9999 BKN020 19/15 Q1020 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft

9,000ft

6,000ft

3,000ft

Ground

Field Elev: 240 ft

BKN 2,000 ft AGL

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BKN

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

2,000 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

2,240 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

N 318 Helipad is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 17 knots. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 18 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH

1020 hPa

Sea Level Pressure

For altitude above MSL

QFE

1012 hPa

Field Pressure

Height above aerodrome (240 ft)

Pressure Alt

38 ft

QNE Reference

Standard: 1013 hPa

Density Altitude: 576 ft

ISA Deviation: +4.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF

TAF RKPC 141700Z 1418/1524 10012KT 9999 FEW015 TN17/1420Z TX23/1505Z TN15/1520Z BECMG 1423/1501 08018G28KT CAVOK BECMG 1507/1509 08010KT BECMG 1510/1512 17005KT TEMPO 1518/1521 08005KT 9999 FEW010 BECMG 1522/1524 07006KT

Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)

23:56Z BASE

+0h

VFR 100° 12 kt

Visibility: 10+ km

07:00Z BECMG

+8h

VFR 80° 10 kt

10:00Z BECMG

+11h

VFR 170° 5 kt

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N 318 Helipad - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RK9E

Type: heliport

Status: active

Elevation: 240 ft MSL

Location

City: Udo Island

Country: KR

Latitude: 33.492923°

Longitude: 126.962962°

Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

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24nm

44km

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About N 318 Helipad

N 318 Helipad (RK9E) is located in Udo Island, KR at an elevation of 240 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

N 318 Helipad serves Udo Island 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 RK9E, 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.