- Data from aeronautical meteorological observation serve as vital information that determines the operation of aircraft
- Aeronautical meteorological observations are automated. AMOS equipment is deployed at civil airports and military airbases nationwide, measuring wind direction, wind speed, RVR, temperature, air pressure, precipitation, etc.
- The Aerodrome Meteorological Office of each airport provides observational data on the current weather at the airport to air traffic services units, flight crews, airport management and other air navigation services authorities.
- AMO conducts the following observations to prepare and provide meteorological products for safe aircraft navigation.
| Report Type | Issuance | Content |
|---|---|---|
| METAR | Every hour (30 min) | Basic observation report from regular observations of aerodrome weather conditions; - Issued every half an hour for Incheon Airport pursuant to regional air navigation agreement |
| MET REPORT | Every hour (30 min) | Report from detailed observation of weather conditions along runways for arriving or departing aircraft; - Provided to local air traffic control organizations |
| SPECI | As needed | Report from observations conducted when conditions warrant special report as defined by ICAO standards; - Prompt delivery of information on deterioration or improvement of weather conditions |
| SPECIAL | SPECIAL | Report from detailed observation of weather conditions along runways for arriving or departing aircraft (that warrant special report); - Prompt delivery of information on deterioration or improvement of weather conditions |
