Yecheon Airbase
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About Yecheon Airbase
Yecheon Airbase is a medium airport in Yecheon-ri, South Korea (ICAO RKTY, IATA YEC). It sits at an elevation of 354 ft (108 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 9,000 ft / 2,743 m. It observes Asia/Seoul local time. The nearest airport is Sangju Airfield (RKTS), about 15.8 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
RKTYLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 9,000 ft / 2,743 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACP | BRICKWALL | 120.000 MHz |
| APP | APP | 134.500 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 136.800 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 134.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 124.350 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.350 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Yecheon Airbase.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Yecheon Airbase?
The ICAO code for Yecheon Airbase is RKTY, and its IATA code is YEC.
Where is Yecheon Airbase located?
Yecheon Airbase is medium airport located in Yecheon-ri, South Korea, at an elevation of 354 ft (108 m).
How many runways does Yecheon Airbase have?
Yecheon Airbase has 1 runway, the longest being 9,000 ft / 2,743 m.
What time zone is Yecheon Airbase in?
Yecheon Airbase is in the Asia/Seoul time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Yecheon Airbase?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Yecheon Airbase is approximately 8.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Yecheon Airbase?
The nearest airport to Yecheon Airbase is Sangju Airfield (RKTS), about 15.8 nm to the ssw, followed by Yeongju Emergency Runway Airfield and Jecheon (G-605) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Yecheon Airbase data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.