What is the current weather at N 229 Helipad?

Current conditions at N 229 Helipad (RK8P) are MVFR. Temperature is 24°C. Winds are from 130° at 6 knots.

Does RK8P have an ILS approach?

N 229 Helipad (RK8P) does not have ILS equipment listed. Check the current AIP for available instrument approaches.

What is the elevation of RK8P?

N 229 Helipad (RK8P) has a field elevation of 171 feet MSL.

What is the ICAO code for N 229 Helipad?

The ICAO code for N 229 Helipad is RK8P.

Where is RK8P located?

N 229 Helipad (RK8P) is located, KR at coordinates 37.754413°N, 126.417202°E.

How often is the METAR updated for RK8P?

METAR reports for N 229 Helipad (RK8P) 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 RK8P have a TAF forecast?

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) availability depends on the airport. Check the RK8P TAF page at metarcentral.com/airport/RK8P/taf for the latest forecast, which covers a 24-30 hour period and is updated every 6 hours.

What does MVFR mean at RK8P?

N 229 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 229 Helipad

RK8P

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Last Updated

Jul 4, 18:30Z

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Current Weather

Display Units

Time

Temp

Wind

Alt

QNH

Fresh 23 min ago

18:30Z

☀️ Day

MVFR

Flight Rules

24°C

Temperature

Dewpoint: 22°C

6 kt

130°

10+ km

Visibility

2,500 ft

Ceiling

Above Ground Level

1005 hPa

QNH

Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKSI 041830Z 13006KT 9999 SCT015 BKN025 24/22 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft

9,000ft

6,000ft

3,000ft

Ground

Field Elev: 171 ft

SCT 1,500 ft AGL

BKN 2,500 ft AGL

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SCT

Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)

1,500 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

1,671 ft AMSL

☁️

BKN

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

2,500 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

2,671 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

N 229 Helipad is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 6 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°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: Mist, Light Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

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

QNH

1005 hPa

Sea Level Pressure

For altitude above MSL

QFE

999 hPa

Field Pressure

Height above aerodrome (171 ft)

Pressure Alt

419 ft

QNE Reference

Standard: 1013 hPa

Density Altitude: 1,540 ft

ISA Deviation: +9.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF

TAF RKSI 041700Z 0418/0524 23006KT 6000 FEW010 SCT025 TN23/0420Z TX29/0506Z TN23/0520Z BECMG 0419/0421 13005KT 4000 BR FEW008 BKN025 BECMG 0422/0424 16007KT 6000 NSW BECMG 0504/0506 23010KT SCT025 BECMG 0509/0511 20010G20KT 4000 -RA FEW010CB BKN025 OVC070 BECMG 0515/0517 17008KT 6000 NSW FEW010 BKN025

Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)

18:52Z BASE

+0h

MVFR 230° 6 kt

Visibility: 6 km

19:00Z BECMG

+1h

IFR 130° 5 kt

Visibility: 4 km

Ceiling: 2,500 ft

Mist

22:00Z BECMG

+4h

MVFR 160° 7 kt

Visibility: 6 km

04:00Z BECMG

+10h

VFR 230° 10 kt

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N 229 Helipad - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RK8P

Type: heliport

Status: active

Elevation: 171 ft MSL

Location

City:

Country: KR

Latitude: 37.754413°

Longitude: 126.417202°

Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway information not available

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About N 229 Helipad

N 229 Helipad (RK8P) is located in , KR at an elevation of 171 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

N 229 Helipad serves 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 RK8P, 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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Official Data Sources

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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.