Pohang Airport (G-815/K-3)

RKTH / KPO

Pohang, KR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 03:00Z

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Currently using: RKTN
Weather Source: Daegu Airport (RKTN)
Distance: 38nm / 70km from RKTH

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
12 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
23,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKTN 230300Z 10012KT 9999 FEW040 BKN230 21/05 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 70 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 23,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,070 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,070 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pohang Airport (G-815/K-3) is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 23,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 12 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 23000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RKTN 222300Z 2300/2406 12006KT CAVOK TN08/2321Z TX22/2405Z BECMG 2302/2303 12006G16KT BECMG 2309/2310 12006KT BECMG 2402/2403 12012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 120° 6 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KTH
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
7,000 ft 150 ft CON 89°
12.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Pohang Airport (G-815/K-3) - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKTH
IATA Code: KPO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 70 ft MSL

Location

City: Pohang
Country: KR
Latitude: 35.987955°
Longitude: 129.420383°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Pohang Airport (G-815/K-3)

Overview

Pohang Airport (RKTH) is a medium-sized airport located in the southeastern coastal region of South Korea. Situated at 70 feet above mean sea level near the city of Pohang, the airport serves as a critical regional aviation facility. Its strategic coastal location provides important transportation infrastructure for the surrounding metropolitan and industrial areas.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal positioning suggests potential for variable wind conditions and maritime weather influences. Pilots should anticipate potential sea-level meteorological dynamics that can impact approach and departure procedures. The single runway (10/28) measuring 7,000 feet provides substantial landing and takeoff capabilities for medium-sized aircraft.

Notable Features

Pohang Airport's runway is constructed of concrete (CON), offering a stable surface for aircraft operations. The airport's moderate elevation of 70 feet MSL indicates a relatively flat terrain environment, which can provide predictable approach characteristics. Its geographical coordinates (35.987955, 129.420383) place it in a region with potential maritime and terrain-related weather interactions.

Approach Considerations

The 10/28 runway orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing. Pilots should prepare for potential wind shifts typical of coastal airport environments. The 7,000-foot runway length accommodates a range of aircraft sizes, providing operational flexibility for various aviation requirements.

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.