Lüdao Airport

RCGI / GNI

Lüdao, TW

Last Updated
May 15, 01:30Z

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Currently using: RCFN
Weather Source: Taitung Airport (RCFN)
Distance: 21nm / 38km from RCGI

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
01:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
4 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RCFN 150130Z VRB04KT 9999 FEW015 SCT028 BKN090 30/26 Q1010 NOSIG RMK A2984

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 28 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 2,800 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,528 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,828 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,028 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lüdao Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 04:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
342 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
341 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (28 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,166 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,973 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RCFN 142300Z 1500/1524 36005KT 8000 FEW012 BKN032 TEMPO 1500/1504 07005KT TEMPO 1504/1510 03010KT 4000 SHRA SCT008 FEW015CB BKN017 BECMG 1510/1512 36010KT TEMPO 1510/1516 5000 SHRA FEW010 FEW015CB BKN018 TEMPO 1518/1524 5000 RA FEW010 BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 3,200 ft
04:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR 30° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,700 ft
Showers Rain
10:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 360° 10 kt
10:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CGI
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 3,255 ft 75 ft ASP 164° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Lüdao Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RCGI
IATA Code: GNI
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 28 ft MSL

Location

City: Lüdao
Country: TW
Latitude: 22.673901°
Longitude: 121.466003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 3,255 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lüdao Airport

Lüdao Airport (RCGI/GNI) is located in Lüdao, TW at an elevation of 28 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 3,255 feet.

Airport Overview

Lüdao Airport serves Lüdao in TW. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (17/35) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,255 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from RCGI, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.