Seoul Air Base (K-16) — Seongnam, South Korea
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Distance & flight time from SSN
Seoul Air Base (K-16)
Seoul Air Base, known by the code SSN and also referred to as K-16, is a military airfield located in Seongnam, South Korea, near the capital city. This installation is jointly operated by the Republic of Korea Air Force and the United States military, serving as a key strategic asset within the broader defense partnership between the two nations. SSN is not open to civilian commercial air traffic and functions primarily as a base for military transport, training, and operational readiness. The base has historical significance dating back to the Korean War era and continues to support allied military cooperation in the region today.
Runways at Seoul Air Base (K-16) (SSN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 9000 ft (2743 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
| 02/20 | 9700 ft (2957 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Seoul Air Base (K-16) (SSN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACP | BRICKWALL | 120 MHz |
| APP | APP | 123.8 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 136.95 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 121.15 MHz |
| GCA | GCA | 136.8 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.85 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV | 62.45 MHz |
| PTD | DRAGON OPS | 62.45 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.2 MHz |
Airports near Seoul Air Base (K-16) (SSN)
- Suwon Airport (SWU) — 24.7 km (15.3 mi)
- Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) — 31.1 km (19.3 mi)
- Osan Air Base (OSN) — 40.0 km (24.9 mi)
- Incheon International Airport (ICN) — 58.5 km (36.4 mi)
- Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU) — 74.8 km (46.5 mi)
- Jungwon Air Base/Chungju Airport (JWO) — 82.6 km (51.3 mi)
- Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513) (CJJ) — 88.1 km (54.7 mi)
- Yecheon Airbase (YEC) — 142.3 km (88.4 mi)
SSN designates Seoul Air Base, a restricted South Korea-U.S. joint military airfield near Seongnam, not accessible to civilian passengers or commercial airlines.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Seoul Air Base (K-16)?
The IATA code for Seoul Air Base (K-16) is SSN.
What is the ICAO code for Seoul Air Base (K-16)?
The ICAO code for Seoul Air Base (K-16) is RKSM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.