Pyongyang Sunan International Airport

ZKPY / FNJ

Pyongyang, KP

Last Updated
Feb 12, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 473 hours ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
-3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
0 kt
1 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZKPY 121700Z 00000MPS 1000 BR NSC M03/M05 Q1020 NOSIG
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (117 ft)
Pressure Alt
-86 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,218 ft
ISA Deviation: -17.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZKPY 040400Z 0406/0506 34003MPS CAVOK TX09/0406Z TNM01/0421Z BECMG 0418/0420 02003MPS BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
18:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

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KPY
01
19
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 12,475 ft 197 ft CON
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
17/35 11,490 ft 230 ft CON 163°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
163° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Pyongyang Sunan International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZKPY
IATA Code: FNJ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 117 ft MSL

Location

City: Pyongyang
Country: KP
Latitude: 39.224098°
Longitude: 125.669998°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 12,475 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 11,490 ft
Width: 230 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Pyongyang Sunan International Airport

Overview

Pyongyang Sunan International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for North Korea, located in the capital city of Pyongyang. Situated at an elevation of 117 ft mean sea level, the airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the country's limited international air connectivity. The airport features two substantial concrete runways capable of supporting large aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

North Korea's continental climate produces significant seasonal variations in weather conditions at Sunan International Airport. Pilots should anticipate potential challenging wind and temperature conditions, particularly during winter months when temperatures can drop substantially. The airport's dual runway configuration (01/19 and 17/35) provides operational flexibility for managing crosswind and directional challenges.

Notable Features

The airport is positioned at coordinates 39.224098, 125.669998 within a relatively flat geographical region surrounding Pyongyang. The two runways offer substantial lengths of 12,475 ft (01/19) and 11,490 ft (17/35), providing ample space for various aircraft types and operational requirements. These extended runway lengths can accommodate wide-body aircraft and support complex approach and departure scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests potential for crosswind management, with the 01/19 and 17/35 headings offering different wind angle opportunities. Pilots should carefully assess current meteorological conditions and utilize the runway most aligned with prevailing wind directions. The concrete surface of both runways provides consistent friction characteristics and predictable braking performance across different weather 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.