Yongchon Airport (G-801)

RKUY

Yeongcheon, KR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:00Z

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Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: RKTN
Weather Source: Daegu Airport (RKTN)
Distance: 11nm / 21km from RKUY

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
1 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKTN 042100Z 35001KT 9999 -RA FEW015 BKN040 OVC120 23/22 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 388 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
OVC 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,888 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,388 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,388 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Yongchon Airport (G-801) is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 12,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RKTN 041700Z 0418/0524 21006KT 9999 BKN030 BKN200 TN22/0421Z TX29/0506Z BECMG 0419/0420 4800 -RA BR BECMG 0421/0422 9999 NSW BECMG 0502/0503 21010KT 4800 -RA BR BKN015 OVC030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
02:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: 4.8 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KUY
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
1,047 ft 100 ft CON
0.2 kt 1.0 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Yongchon Airport (G-801) - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKUY
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 388 ft MSL

Location

City: Yeongcheon
Country: KR
Latitude: 36.025333°
Longitude: 128.819450°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 1,047 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Yongchon Airport (G-801)

Yongchon Airport (G-801) (RKUY) is located in Yeongcheon, KR at an elevation of 388 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 1,047 feet.

Airport Overview

Yongchon Airport (G-801) serves Yeongcheon in KR. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with con surface. The longest runway measures 1,047 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 RKUY, 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.