Hyesan Airport serves Hyesan, KP.
Hyesan Airport (KP-0060) is primarily a military airfield located near the city of Hyesan in Ryanggang Province, North Korea, close to the Chinese border. It is situated at approximately 41.3776° N latitude and 128.2036° E longitude, at an elevation of 714 meters (2,343 feet) above mean sea level.
The airfield features a single unpaved runway, designated 06/24, constructed of graded-earth material. While some sources state the runway dimensions as 1,610 by 63 meters (5,282 by 207 feet), others report it as 1,384 by 32 meters (4,540 by 105 feet). It operates primarily as a military transport airfield for the Korean People's Army Air Force, supporting logistical operations, including the delivery of cargo and supplies, and troop and equipment transport to remote northern regions.
Hyesan Airfield originated as a basic graded-earth strip and underwent significant reconstruction and expansion in 1971. Public information regarding this facility is limited due to North Korea's isolated and politically controlled aviation sector.
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Where is Hyesan Airport located?
Hyesan Airport is located in Hyesan, KP, at an elevation of 2343 ft. Its IATA code is — and ICAO code is KP-0060.