Ibaraki Airport / JASDF Hyakuri Air Base

RJAH / IBR

Omitama, JP

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) installation. Civil access is not permitted.

Access Notes:

JASDF bases closed to civil traffic

Consult official AIP (Japan AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
4 kt
350°
6 km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJAH 142200Z 35004KT 320V020 6000 FEW010 BKN012 13/12 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 105 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,105 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,305 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Ibaraki Airport / JASDF Hyakuri Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,200 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 15:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RJAH 141705Z 1418/1600 04006KT 9999 FEW008 BKN015 BECMG 1502/1504 10010KT BECMG 1512/1515 01006KT TEMPO 1515/1521 4000 BR BECMG 1521/1600 22006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:54Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 40° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
02:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 100° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JAH
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
8,860 ft 150 ft CON 19°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJAH

6,562 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.2%
MVFR
13%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
5.8%

Ibaraki Airport / JASDF Hyakuri Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 73.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
33%
NE
18%
E
9.5%
SE
3.3%
S
9.7%
SW
9.3%
W
6.6%
NW
8.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 11°C
Range: -8°C to 34°C
-8°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

January May November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,562 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ibaraki Airport / JASDF Hyakuri Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJAH
IATA Code: IBR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 105 ft MSL

Location

City: Omitama
Country: JP
Latitude: 36.181099°
Longitude: 140.414993°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 8,860 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Ibaraki Airport / JASDF Hyakuri Air Base

Ibaraki Airport / JASDF Hyakuri Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the JP AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Ibaraki Airport, located in Omitama, Japan, serves as both a civilian and military airfield hosting Japan Air Self-Defense Force operations. Situated at 105 feet mean sea level, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure in the Ibaraki Prefecture region. The airport features a substantial 8,860-foot concrete runway oriented 03/21, supporting diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Ibaraki Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 73.6% of observations reporting visual meteorological conditions. Temperatures range widely from -7°C to 34°C, with an average of 11.9°C, indicating significant seasonal variation. Wind patterns are consistently from the north, averaging 6.1 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots, and experiencing calm conditions only 3% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation and geographic positioning contribute to relatively stable meteorological environments, with excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Pilots can expect minimal low visibility challenges, with fog present in only 4.4% of observations. The runway's orientation and length provide flexibility for multiple aircraft types and operational requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 3 knots. January, November, and December represent the most consistent VFR months for flight operations. Pilots should anticipate predictable wind patterns and generally clear approach conditions based on historical meteorological data.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.