Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base

RJOS / TKS

Tokushima, JP

Last Updated
Jul 4, 15:00Z

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
Aging 1 hour ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJOS 041500Z VRB01KT 9999 FEW015 SCT025 BKN050 23/22 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,526 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,526 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,026 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JOS
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 6,560 ft 150 ft ASP 102° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJOS

7,367 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.6%
MVFR
7.9%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
0.1%

Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
5%
N
21.2%
S
8.9%
W
29.2%
NE
4.1%
NW
20.9%
SE
8.5%
SW
2.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.1°C
Range: -1°C to 34°C
-1°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January November May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,367 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJOS
IATA Code: TKS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Tokushima
Country: JP
Latitude: 34.132801°
Longitude: 134.606995°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 6,560 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base

Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima 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

Tokushima Awaodori Airport serves both civilian and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) operations on the island of Shikoku. Located in Tokushima Prefecture at 26 feet mean sea level, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region with a single asphalt runway measuring 6,560 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 90.3% of observations reporting VFR weather. Winds consistently blow from the west at an average of 8.7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Winter months of January, November, and December offer the most stable and consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location on Shikoku Island suggests potential for marine-influenced weather patterns. Runway 11/29 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 4.3 knots. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 34°C indicate significant seasonal variation.

Approach Considerations

With a westerly prevailing wind, pilots can expect generally predictable approach conditions on runway 11/29. The consistent wind profile and high percentage of VFR conditions make this a relatively straightforward airport for instrument and visual approaches. Pilots should remain aware of potential wind variations, though crosswinds remain minimal on average.

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.