Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) — Wonju, South Korea
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (Wonju) is WJU — its ICAO code is RKNW.
Distance & flight time from WJU
Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46)
Wonju Airport (WJU), also known as Hoengseong Air Base or K-38/K-46, is a joint civil-military airfield in Gangwon Province, South Korea, hosting Republic of Korea Air Force operations alongside limited civilian air service. The base supports fighter squadron training and national defense readiness given its strategic inland position, while the civilian side historically offered domestic flights connecting Wonju to other South Korean cities. As a dual-use facility, WJU exemplifies how many regional South Korean airports balance military necessity with local civilian transport demand. Its mountainous Gangwon surroundings and proximity to training ranges make it an important asset within the country's air defense network.
Runways at Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 9000 ft (2743 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACP | BRICKWALL | 120 MHz |
| APP | APP | 141.2 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 136.45 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 130.2 MHz |
| GCCD | GND CLNC DEL | 27.58 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.2 MHz |
Airports near Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU)
- Jungwon Air Base/Chungju Airport (JWO) — 45.7 km (28.4 mi)
- Seoul Air Base (K-16) (SSN) — 74.8 km (46.5 mi)
- Suwon Airport (SWU) — 87.1 km (54.1 mi)
- Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513) (CJJ) — 90.0 km (55.9 mi)
- Osan Air Base (OSN) — 90.9 km (56.5 mi)
- Yangyang International Airport (YNY) — 93.3 km (58.0 mi)
- Gangneung Airport (K-18) (KAG) — 93.6 km (58.2 mi)
- Yecheon Airbase (YEC) — 96.1 km (59.7 mi)
WJU is Wonju Airport, a joint civil-military airfield in South Korea also called Hoengseong Air Base, combining Republic of Korea Air Force operations with domestic civilian flight service.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46)?
The IATA code for Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) is WJU.
What is the ICAO code for Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46)?
The ICAO code for Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) is RKNW. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.