Jinhae Air Base

RKPE / CHF

Jinhae, KR

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

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Currently using: RKPK
Weather Source: Gimhae International Airport (RKPK)
Distance: 12nm / 22km from RKPE

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Republic of Korea Air Force installation. Civil access is restricted.

Access Notes:

Military fields restricted to civil traffic

Consult official AIP (Korea AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
7 kt
40°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR RKPK 142300Z 04007KT CAVOK 19/12 Q1023

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jinhae Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 7 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RKPK 141700Z 1418/1524 03006KT 9999 FEW040 TN13/1421Z TX27/1505Z BECMG 1423/1424 09010KT BECMG 1511/1512 03006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 30° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KPE
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
3,766 ft 78 ft ASP 169°
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Jinhae Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKPE
IATA Code: CHF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8 ft MSL

Location

City: Jinhae
Country: KR
Latitude: 35.140248°
Longitude: 128.696229°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,766 ft
Width: 78 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jinhae Air Base

Jinhae Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the KR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Jinhae Air Base (RKPE/CHF) is located in Jinhae, KR at an elevation of 8 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 3,766 feet.

Airport Overview

Jinhae Air Base serves Jinhae in KR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,766 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 RKPE, 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.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
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.