Kairuku Airport

AYRK / RKU

Yule Island, PG

Last Updated
Apr 13, 21:00Z

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Currently using: AYPY
Weather Source: Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (AYPY)
Distance: 56nm / 103km from AYRK

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 217 hours ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
4 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR AYPY 132100Z 33004KT 9999 BKN050 OVC130 23/21 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 45 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
OVC 13,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,045 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
13,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,045 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kairuku Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 13,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 217 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YRK
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
3,117 ft 0 ft
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kairuku Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: AYRK
IATA Code: RKU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 45 ft MSL

Location

City: Yule Island
Country: PG
Latitude: -8.817000°
Longitude: 146.524383°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 3,117 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Kairuku Airport

Kairuku Airport (AYRK/RKU) is located in Yule Island, PG at an elevation of 45 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (15/33), with the longest at 3,117 feet.

Airport Overview

Kairuku Airport serves Yule Island in PG. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (15/33) with surface. The longest runway measures 3,117 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 appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from AYRK, 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.