Taitung Airport

RCFN / TTT

Taitung City, TW

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 9 hours ago
12:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
4 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
341 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RCFN 221230Z 30004KT 260V320 9999 FEW012 24/22 Q1006 NOSIG RMK A2973

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 143 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,343 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Taitung Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 9.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
341 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
336 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (143 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,311 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,425 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +9.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RCFN 221700Z 2218/2318 34005KT 9999 FEW015 BKN032 BECMG 2300/2302 07005KT TEMPO 2306/2312 03010KT FEW010 BKN020 BECMG 2312/2314 35005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,200 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 70° 5 kt
06:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR 30° 10 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

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: 22
7,999 ft 148 ft PEM 38°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RCFN

6,251 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.4%
MVFR
9.6%
IFR
3.2%
LIFR
0.8%

Taitung Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.4% 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 23.5°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
39.6%
NE
29%
E
11.3%
SE
4%
S
3.8%
SW
1.6%
W
1.3%
NW
9%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.5°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: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,251 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.