Sangwon Highway Strip
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 37m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Sangwon Highway Strip
North Korea has built dozens of reserve airstrips along highways and ordinary roads. These airfields are little more than widened sections of pavement that appear to be for emergency or backup use only and may not normally support operations. They are listed as "Highway" or "Highway Strip".
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 7,400 ft / 2,256 m | 266 ft | Asphalt | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PYONGYANG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| PYONGYANG TMA | Special use | TMA | 1000 ft MSL | FL140 |
| ZK(D)-1/PYONGYANG | Special use | Danger | GND | FL999 |
| ZK(P)-1/PYONGYANG | Special use | Prohibited | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all North Korea airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sangwon Highway Strip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sangwon Highway Strip located?
Sangwon Highway Strip is small airport located in Sangwon, North Korea, at an elevation of 620 ft (189 m).
How many runways does Sangwon Highway Strip have?
Sangwon Highway Strip has 1 runway, the longest being 7,400 ft / 2,256 m.
What time zone is Sangwon Highway Strip in?
Sangwon Highway Strip is in the Asia/Pyongyang time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sangwon Highway Strip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sangwon Highway Strip is approximately 9.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sangwon Highway Strip?
The nearest airport to Sangwon Highway Strip is Sangwon 2 Highway Strip Airfield (KP-0085), about 5.1 nm to the s, followed by Uthachi Highway Strip Airport and Toha Ri North Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sangwon Highway Strip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.