Yangyang International Airport

RKNY / YNY

Gonghang-ro, KR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
5 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKNY 041500Z AUTO 27005KT 9999 NCD 02/M00 Q1024

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RKNY 041100Z 0412/0518 26007KT 9999 SCT040 TN02/0421Z TX09/0505Z BECMG 0501/0503 02010KT FEW010 BKN030 BECMG 0513/0515 35006KT 4000 -RA BKN005 BKN020 OVC060 BECMG 0516/0518 2000 -RASN
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 20° 10 kt
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KNY
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
8,202 ft 148 ft CON 141°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RKNY

4,349 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.9%
MVFR
12.1%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
1.7%

Yangyang International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.6%
NE
4.3%
E
5.9%
SE
2.2%
S
1.4%
SW
3.8%
W
62.5%
NW
14.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.1°C
Range: -11°C to 28°C
-11°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

January December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,349 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yangyang International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKNY
IATA Code: YNY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 241 ft MSL

Location

City: Gonghang-ro
Country: KR
Latitude: 38.061298°
Longitude: 128.669006°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Yangyang International Airport

Overview

Yangyang International Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Gangwon Province, South Korea, serving the northeastern coastal region. Situated at an elevation of 241 feet MSL with coordinates 38.061298, 128.669006, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its single runway (15/33) extends 8,202 feet and is constructed of concrete, supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 78.4% of observations indicating clear weather. Prevailing westerly winds averaging 9 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -11°C to 28°C, with an average of 9.6°C, suggesting potential need for seasonal aircraft performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location suggests potential for dynamic wind conditions and marine weather influences. Runway 15/33 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of only 6.6 knots. The low incidence of reduced visibility (MVFR/IFR conditions at 19.5% combined) indicates generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Winter months (November, December, January) offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Pilots should anticipate westerly winds and prepare for potential temperature-related performance adjustments. The single runway's substantial 8,202-foot length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and approach scenarios.

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.