Gangshan Air Force Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 38m 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 Gangshan Air Force Base
Gangshan Air Force Base is a medium airport in Kaohsiung (Gangshan), Taiwan (ICAO RCAY). It sits at an elevation of 34 ft (10 m) and has 3 runways, the longest 8,019 ft / 2,444 m. It observes Asia/Taipei local time. The nearest airport is Zuoying Naval Airfield (TW-0004), about 4.8 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
RCAYNOTAMs
RCAYReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 18R / 36L | 8,019 ft / 2,444 m | 145 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 18L / 36R | 7,435 ft / 2,266 m | 145 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | KAOHSIUNG APP | 119.500 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.180 MHz |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gangshan Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gangshan Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Gangshan Air Force Base is RCAY.
Where is Gangshan Air Force Base located?
Gangshan Air Force Base is medium airport located in Kaohsiung (Gangshan), Taiwan, at an elevation of 34 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Gangshan Air Force Base have?
Gangshan Air Force Base has 3 runways, the longest being 8,019 ft / 2,444 m.
What time zone is Gangshan Air Force Base in?
Gangshan Air Force Base is in the Asia/Taipei time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gangshan Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gangshan Air Force Base is approximately 4.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gangshan Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to Gangshan Air Force Base is Zuoying Naval Airfield (TW-0004), about 4.8 nm to the sse, followed by Tainan International Airport / Tainan Air Base and Guiren Airport / Guiren Army Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gangshan Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.