Taitung Airport

RCFN / TTT

Taitung City, TW

Last Updated
May 15, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
4 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RCFN 150830Z 01004KT 330V040 9999 -SHRA FEW010 SCT025 BKN035 25/25 Q1009 NOSIG RMK A2981

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 143 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,143 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,643 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,643 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Taitung Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 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 LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 20:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
342 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
337 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (143 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,281 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,515 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +10.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD RCFN 150618Z 1506/1606 07005KT 8000 FEW012 BKN032 TEMPO 1506/1512 06010KT 3000 SHRA SCT005 FEW008CB BKN011 BECMG 1512/1514 36010KT TEMPO 1520/1602 5000 RA FEW010 BKN020 TEMPO 1602/1606 04012KT 4000 SHRA SCT008 FEW015CB BKN017
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:08Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 3,200 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 360° 10 kt
20:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CFN
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
7,999 ft 148 ft PEM 38°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RCFN

6,947 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.8%
MVFR
11.6%
IFR
2.9%
LIFR
0.7%

Taitung Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 34°C with an average of 23.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
37.8%
NE
29.7%
E
12%
SE
4.5%
S
3.8%
SW
2.1%
W
1.2%
NW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.8°C
Range: 12°C to 34°C
12°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,947 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Taitung Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RCFN
IATA Code: TTT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 143 ft MSL

Location

City: Taitung City
Country: TW
Latitude: 22.754999°
Longitude: 121.101997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,999 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Taitung Airport

Overview

Taitung Airport serves the southeastern coastal region of Taiwan, located in Taitung City. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and emergency services. The airport sits at a modest elevation of 143 feet above mean sea level, facilitating access to this geographically distinct part of the island.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Taitung Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with VFR conditions present 88.2% of the time. The prevailing northerly winds average 7.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature variation is moderate, ranging from 13°C to 34°C, with an average of 23.9°C, which generally supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's 7,999-foot PEM runway (04/22) provides substantial landing space for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographical position on Taiwan's eastern coast suggests potential exposure to maritime weather patterns and potential wind variations. The airport's low elevation and coastal location likely contribute to its consistent visibility, which averages 10 statute miles with rare instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with winds supporting operations 100% of the time. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging only 3.5 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions, particularly during January, October, and December, which represent the airport's most consistently clear months.

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

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.