Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base

RKJK / KUV

Gunsan, KR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 07:55Z

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
Recent 37 min ago
07:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
9 kt
320°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKJK 040755Z 32009KT 10SM CLR 10/03 A3023 RMK AO2A SLP242 WND DATA ESTMD T01000033 $
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1023 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (29 ft)
Pressure Alt
-294 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -887 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RKJK 040800Z 0408/0514 35009KT 9999 FEW060 QNH3022INS BECMG 0414/0415 VRB06KT 9999 SKC QNH3024INS BECMG 0504/0505 33012KT 9999 BKN050 620504 QNH3015INS BECMG 0509/0510 23012G20KT 8000 -RA BKN030 620509 QNH3014INS BECMG 0511/0512 23015KT 4800 -RA BR BKN005 620109 QNH3014INS TX12/0506Z TNM01/0422Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
14:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KJK
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 169°
6.9 kt 5.8 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 - RKJK

4,818 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.9%
MVFR
22.5%
IFR
3.9%
LIFR
0.7%

Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 72.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 8.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.6%
NE
12.6%
E
17%
SE
11%
S
4.9%
SW
4.7%
W
4.6%
NW
11.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.4°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

March November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,818 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKJK
IATA Code: KUV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 29 ft MSL

Location

City: Gunsan
Country: KR
Latitude: 35.903801°
Longitude: 126.615997°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base

Gunsan Airport / Gunsan 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

Gunsan Airport, located in southwestern South Korea, serves as a dual-use military and civilian airfield. The airport is situated at a low elevation of 29 ft MSL near the city of Gunsan, providing strategic air access to the region. Its single runway (18/36) spans 9,000 feet and is constructed of concrete.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 71% of observations indicating clear weather and only 3.6% reporting IFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent northerly winds averaging 7.5 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 29 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -8°C to 32°C, with an average of 10.2°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location suggests a relatively flat terrain typical of southwestern Korean coastal regions. With calm wind conditions present 7.2% of the time, pilots should be prepared for potential light and variable wind scenarios. The runway alignment (18/36) demonstrates excellent wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4 knots.

Approach Considerations

November, January, and September represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Visibility averages 10.3 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (below 3SM occurring in only 1.9% of observations). Pilots should note the low probability of fog, which is present in just 1.1% of recorded 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
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.