Camp Humphreys (A-511) Desiderio Army Airfield

RKSG

Pyeongtaek, KR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 04:55Z

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
Aging 1 hour ago
04:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
12 kt
300° G16 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKSG 100455Z 30012G16KT 10SM FEW035 26/16 A2974 RMK AO2A SLP070 WND DATA ALSTG/SLP ESTMD T02450156 PWINO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 51 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,551 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Camp Humphreys (A-511) Desiderio Army Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 12 knots with gusts to 16 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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 Drizzle, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Drizzle between 04:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 19:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (51 ft)
Pressure Alt
239 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,571 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RKSG 100300Z 1003/1109 28012G18KT 9999 FEW030 SCT060 QNH2978INS TEMPO 1004/1006 9000 -DZ BKN050 BECMG 1007/1008 27009KT 9999 FEW050 QNH2975INS BECMG 1011/1012 28006KT 6000 BR FEW020 QNH2984INS TEMPO 1019/1023 3200 BR BKN005 BECMG 1023/1024 260010G18KT 9999 NSW FEW055 QNH2988INS TX28/1003Z TN15/1020Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:15Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
07:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 270° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR 280° 6 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KSG
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
8,217 ft 150 ft ASP 132°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RKSG

5,792 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.2%
MVFR
26.3%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
0.7%

Camp Humphreys (A-511) Desiderio Army Airfield typically experiences VFR conditions 67.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, April, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 25.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.8%
N
7.6%
S
6.9%
W
11.6%
NE
2.5%
NW
23.2%
SE
11.5%
SW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 10°C
Range: -12°C to 31°C
-12°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 7.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

January April February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,792 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Camp Humphreys (A-511) Desiderio Army Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKSG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 51 ft MSL

Location

City: Pyeongtaek
Country: KR
Latitude: 36.962363°
Longitude: 127.031126°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 8,217 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Camp Humphreys (A-511) Desiderio Army Airfield

Camp Humphreys (A-511) Desiderio Army Airfield 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

Camp Humphreys Desiderio Army Airfield serves as a critical U.S. military aviation facility located in Pyeongtaek, South Korea. Situated at 51 feet MSL, the airport handles medium-sized military and potential joint civilian operations. Its single runway 14/32 provides 8,217 feet of asphalt surface for diverse aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 63.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 30.5% of observations. The prevailing northwest winds at 315° average 5.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 26 knots. Temperature ranges from -12°C to 31°C, creating varied thermal conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airfield experiences calm wind conditions 41.5% of the time, which can impact approach and departure planning. Visibility averages 7.3 statute miles, with rare instances of restricted visibility (below 3SM occurring 5.5% of observations). Runway 14/32 demonstrates consistent wind favorability, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.1 knots.

Approach Considerations

Winter months (November, December, January) offer the most consistent VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. The runway's orientation and low average crosswind suggest straightforward approach procedures. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations from the northwest and prepare for occasional reduced visibility periods.

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.