Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46)

Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) 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

Wonju Airport, located in Wonju, South Korea, serves as both a civilian and military airfield (Hoengseong Air Base). Situated at an elevation of 329 ft MSL, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure in the central region of South Korea. The airport features a single concrete runway (03/21) measuring 9,000 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Wonju Airport demonstrate significant variability, with instrument flight rules (IFR) dominating 35.7% of observations and marginal VFR conditions present 22.5% of the time. Temperature ranges extensively from -15°C to 29°C, with an average of 8.6°C. Prevailing winds from the southwest (225°) average 2.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds are minimal, averaging only 1.2 knots. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and rare instances of reduced visibility, with fog present in only 5.3% of observations.

Approach Considerations

October, January, and November represent the most favorable VFR flying months at Wonju Airport. Pilots can expect predictable wind patterns from the southwest, with generally stable approach conditions. The runway's substantial 9,000-foot length provides ample landing and takeoff space for medium-sized aircraft operations.