Amakusa Airport

RJDA / AXJ

Amakusa, JP

Last Updated
Jul 4, 23:00Z

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Currently using: RJFU
Weather Source: Nagasaki Airport (RJFU)
Distance: 29nm / 53km from RJDA

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
20 kt
310°
1 km
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJFU 042300Z 31020KT 1000 R32/2000N +TSRA BR FEW002 BKN005 BKN008 SCT020CB 25/24 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 340 ft
FEW 200 ft AGL
BKN 500 ft AGL
BKN 800 ft AGL
SCT 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
540 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
840 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,140 ft AMSL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,340 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Amakusa Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 500 feet and 1 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 20 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 20-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is 500 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Mist, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 20:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 04:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RJFU 041705Z 0418/0600 20010KT 6000 -SHRA FEW008 SCT010 BKN012 TEMPO 0418/0420 3000 SHRA BR BKN005 BKN013 TEMPO 0420/0504 1500 TSRA BR BKN005 BKN010 FEW020CB TEMPO 0504/0506 BKN005 BKN030 TEMPO 0506/0509 3000 SHRA BR BKN005 BKN015 TEMPO 0509/0600 3000 TSRA BR BKN005 BKN008 FEW020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:38Z BASE
+0h
IFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Light Showers Rain
04:00Z TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Ceiling: 500 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Showers Rain, Mist
09:00Z TEMPO
+10h
LIFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JDA
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
3,281 ft 99 ft ASP 124°
20.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Amakusa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJDA
IATA Code: AXJ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 340 ft MSL

Location

City: Amakusa
Country: JP
Latitude: 32.482498°
Longitude: 130.158997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 99 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Amakusa Airport

Amakusa Airport (RJDA/AXJ) is located in Amakusa, JP at an elevation of 340 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (13/31), with the longest at 3,281 feet.

Airport Overview

Amakusa Airport serves Amakusa in JP. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (13/31) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,281 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 RJDA, 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.