Osan Air Base

RKSO / OSN

Pyeongtaek, KR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 01:55Z

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
Fresh 14 min ago
01:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
5 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKSO 040155Z AUTO 23005KT 10SM SCT027 29/22 A2973 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT S SLP071 T02900217 FZRANO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 38 ft
SCT 2,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,738 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Osan Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 5 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (38 ft)
Pressure Alt
226 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,915 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RKSO 031300Z 0313/0419 VRB06KT 9999 BKN200 QNH2978INS BECMG 0317/0318 VRB06KT 9999 BKN012 QNH2977INS BECMG 0323/0324 VRB06KT 9999 BKN030 QNH2970INS BECMG 0404/0406 28009KT 9999 SCT040 QNH2969INS TX31/0404Z TN23/0315Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 0313 NEXT 0613
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
04:00Z BECMG
+2h
LIFR 280° 9 kt
Visibility: 0.613 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KSO
09L
27R ✈️
09R
27L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 27R
9,004 ft 150 ft CON 84°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 27L
9,004 ft 150 ft CON 84°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RKSO

8,417 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.9%
MVFR
22.1%
IFR
6%
LIFR
1.1%

Osan Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 70.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 29% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 29%
Direction Distribution:
E
21.8%
N
4.5%
S
3.1%
W
16.2%
NE
3.4%
NW
12.3%
SE
2.8%
SW
6.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.7°C
Range: -13°C to 34°C
-13°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.4%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

July June January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 8,417 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Osan Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKSO
IATA Code: OSN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 38 ft MSL

Location

City: Pyeongtaek
Country: KR
Latitude: 37.091457°
Longitude: 127.029448°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 09L/27R
Length: 9,004 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 9,004 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Osan Air Base

Osan 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.

Overview

Osan Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, serving primarily military aviation operations. Situated at 38 feet above mean sea level, the base features two parallel concrete runways, each 9,004 feet long, capable of handling significant aircraft traffic. Its strategic location supports regional military and potential international aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Osan Air Base demonstrate substantial variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 66.7% of observations. The airport experiences winds primarily from the east at an average of 5.9 knots, with temperatures ranging from -13°C to 31°C. Pilots can expect good visibility averaging 7.9 statute miles, with minimal periods of restricted visibility (fog occurs in only 1.4% of observations).

Notable Features

The airport's twin parallel runways (09L/27R and 09R/27L) offer consistent operational flexibility with identical 9,004-foot lengths. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal average crosswind of 2.8 knots. The relatively low elevation of 38 feet MSL and geographic positioning provide generally stable approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

January, November, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. With easterly winds prevailing and calm conditions occurring 30.8% of the time, pilots can typically expect stable approach conditions. The runways' similar characteristics and favorable wind patterns provide predictable landing and takeoff opportunities across most meteorological conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.