International hub · Busan, South Korea
Busan/Gimhae International
- Elevation
- 6 ft
- Coordinates
- 35°11′N 128°56′E
- Local time
- Asia/Seoul
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Field information
RKPK runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Busan/Gimhae International (RKPK/PUS) has 2 runways; the longest, 18R/36L, is 10,499 ft (3,200 m) of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at RKPK, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Seoul
Country
South Korea
KR
Municipality
Busan
Elevation
6 ft
Position
35.1795, 128.9380
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · RKPK
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R/36L | 10,499 ft (3,200 m) | 197 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 18L/36R | 9,007 ft (2,745 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at RKPK.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Busan/Gimhae International (RKPK / PUS) in Busan, South Korea, through one 24/7 OCC desk. RKPK is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at RKPK
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – South Korea
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of South Korea. Applicable permit lead times for South Korea are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for South Korea are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at RKPK
Direct FBO and handler coordination at RKPK covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at RKPK
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at RKPK is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to RKPK
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for RKPK: 35° 10′ 46″ N 128° 56′ 17″ E; elevation 6 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Busan
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Busan. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at RKPK.
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Cargo Operations at RKPK
Support for freighter operations into RKPK covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where RKPK sits in the network
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Operating into RKPK?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Busan/Gimhae International — one desk for the whole trip.