Dandong Langtou Airport

ZYDD / DDG

Dandong (Zhenxing), CN

Last Updated
Feb 12, 17:00Z

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Currently using: ZKPY
Weather Source: Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (ZKPY)
Distance: 80nm / 148km from ZYDD

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 490 hours ago
17:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
-3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
0 kt
1 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR ZKPY 121700Z 00000MPS 1000 BR NSC M03/M05 Q1020 NOSIG
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (30 ft)
Pressure Alt
-173 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,326 ft
ISA Deviation: -17.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZKPY 042050Z 0500/0524 35003MPS 9999 SCT033 TX07/0506Z TNM01/0521Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YDD
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 8,530 ft 0 ft CON
0.0 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

Dandong Langtou Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZYDD
IATA Code: DDG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Dandong (Zhenxing)
Country: CN
Latitude: 40.025453°
Longitude: 124.286690°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Dandong Langtou Airport

Overview

Dandong Langtou Airport serves the urban area of Dandong in Liaoning Province, northeastern China. Located near the border with North Korea, this medium-sized airport provides regional connectivity for commercial and potentially military aviation operations. The airport sits at a low elevation of 30 feet mean sea level, facilitating relatively straightforward terrain interaction.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location suggests potential for variable maritime weather conditions, with significant seasonal temperature and wind variations typical of northeastern China. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and reduced visibility during transitional seasons, particularly in spring and autumn. The single runway (01/19) oriented at 010/190 degrees allows for flexible wind-aligned operations.

Notable Features

Dandong's geographic position near the Korea Bay introduces unique navigational considerations for pilots, including potential cross-border airspace interactions. The concrete runway, measuring 8,530 feet in length, supports medium-sized aircraft operations with substantial operational flexibility. Surrounding terrain appears relatively flat, which should provide consistent approach and departure paths.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01 and 19 provide complementary approach options depending on prevailing wind conditions. Given the runway's substantial length and low elevation, most standard transport category aircraft should find operations comfortable and predictable. Pilots should maintain standard cross-border communication protocols and be prepared for potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the region.

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

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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.