Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base

RKJK / KUV

Gunsan, KR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:55Z

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
Recent 50 min ago
15:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
3 kt
100°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKJK 221555Z 10003KT 10SM SCT100 11/03 A2985 RMK AO2A SLP113 T01100033 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 29 ft
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,029 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture 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.

QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (29 ft)
Pressure Alt
97 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -376 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RKJK 221600Z 2216/2322 30006KT 9999 SCT100 SCT220 QNH2987INS BECMG 2300/2301 02010G15KT 9999 FEW100 SCT200 QNH2978INS BECMG 2305/2306 01009KT 9999 SCT100 QNH2979INS TX19/2304Z TN10/2220Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KJK
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 169°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RKJK

6,142 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.7%
MVFR
21.2%
IFR
5.1%
LIFR
2.9%

Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 70.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 10.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
22.8%
NE
10.9%
E
15.6%
SE
10.3%
S
4.5%
SW
5.2%
W
7.5%
NW
12.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.5°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

November January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,142 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKJK
IATA Code: KUV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 29 ft MSL

Location

City: Gunsan
Country: KR
Latitude: 35.903801°
Longitude: 126.615997°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base

Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base 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

Gunsan Airport, located in southwestern South Korea, serves as a dual-use military and civilian airfield. The airport is situated at a low elevation of 29 ft MSL near the city of Gunsan, providing strategic air access to the region. Its single runway (18/36) spans 9,000 feet and is constructed of concrete.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 71% of observations indicating clear weather and only 3.6% reporting IFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent northerly winds averaging 7.5 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 29 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -8°C to 32°C, with an average of 10.2°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location suggests a relatively flat terrain typical of southwestern Korean coastal regions. With calm wind conditions present 7.2% of the time, pilots should be prepared for potential light and variable wind scenarios. The runway alignment (18/36) demonstrates excellent wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4 knots.

Approach Considerations

November, January, and September represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Visibility averages 10.3 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (below 3SM occurring in only 1.9% of observations). Pilots should note the low probability of fog, which is present in just 1.1% of recorded meteorological 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

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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.