Lanyu Airport

RCLY / KYD

Orchid Island, TW

Last Updated
May 15, 00:30Z

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Currently using: RCFN
Weather Source: Taitung Airport (RCFN)
Distance: 50nm / 92km from RCLY

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
7 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RCFN 150030Z 04007KT 010V080 9999 FEW015 BKN040 BKN090 29/25 Q1010 NOSIG RMK A2984

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 44 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,544 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,044 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,044 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lanyu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 7 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 (44 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,182 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,873 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +14.1°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)
00:48Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 3,200 ft
04:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR 30° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,700 ft
Showers Rain
10:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 360° 10 kt
10:00Z TEMPO
+10h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CLY
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
3,852 ft 79 ft CON 130°
0.0 kt 7.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Lanyu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RCLY
IATA Code: KYD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 44 ft MSL

Location

City: Orchid Island
Country: TW
Latitude: 22.027000°
Longitude: 121.535004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,852 ft
Width: 79 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Lanyu Airport

Overview

Lanyu Airport serves the remote Orchid Island, located off the southeastern coast of Taiwan. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this isolated island community, connecting it to mainland Taiwan. As a medium-sized airport at 44 ft elevation, it supports essential regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Situated at coordinates 22.027000, 121.535004, Lanyu Airport experiences maritime subtropical weather conditions typical of its island location. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations and maritime weather patterns that can impact flight operations. The airport's relatively low elevation and coastal positioning suggest potential for rapid weather changes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) measuring 3,852 feet with a concrete surface. Its geographic location on Orchid Island presents unique terrain considerations, with surrounding mountainous and coastal landscapes that can influence local wind patterns and approach dynamics. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges during certain wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31's length of 3,852 feet requires careful performance planning for aircraft operations. Pilots should thoroughly assess aircraft performance capabilities relative to the runway length and local environmental conditions. Wind direction and potential maritime turbulence should be carefully evaluated during approach and landing planning.

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.