Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 40m 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 Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 7,650 ft / 2,332 m | 52 ft | Asphalt | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PYONGYANG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| PYONGYANG TMA | Special use | TMA | 1000 ft MSL | FL140 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all North Korea airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 161 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 167 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 177 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 157 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield located?
Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield is small airport located in Sunan-Up, North Korea, at an elevation of 207 ft (63 m).
How many runways does Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield have?
Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 7,650 ft / 2,332 m.
What time zone is Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield in?
Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield is in the Asia/Pyongyang time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield is approximately 9.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield?
The nearest airport to Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield is Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ), about 2.5 nm to the sw, followed by Pyong Ni West Highway Strip Airstrip and Pyong Ni South Highway Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.