Yasawa Island Airport

NFSW / YAS

Yasawa Island, FJ

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

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Currently using: NFFN
Weather Source: Nadi International Airport (NFFN)
Distance: 60nm / 111km from NFSW

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
10 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR NFFN 150400Z 15010KT 9999 FEW026TCU SCT048 30/22 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 29 ft
FEW 2,600 ft AGL (TCU)
SCT 4,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,629 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,829 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Yasawa Island Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 10 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,600 ft (TCU), scattered at 4,800 ft. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 23 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (29 ft)
Pressure Alt
127 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,934 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD NFFN 150056Z 1501/1524 14012KT 9999 SCT025 SCT045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FSW
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
1,950 ft 0 ft Dirt
5.0 kt 8.7 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Yasawa Island Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NFSW
IATA Code: YAS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 29 ft MSL

Location

City: Yasawa Island
Country: FJ
Latitude: -16.758900°
Longitude: 177.544998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 1,950 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Dirt
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Yasawa Island Airport

Yasawa Island Airport (NFSW/YAS) is located in Yasawa Island, FJ at an elevation of 29 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 1,950 feet.

Airport Overview

Yasawa Island Airport serves Yasawa Island in FJ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (03/21) with dirt surface. The longest runway measures 1,950 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 relevant AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from NFSW, 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.