Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base

RJNK / KMQ

Kanazawa, JP

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:00Z

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
Recent 40 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJNK 222200Z VRB02KT 9999 SCT080 BKN100 14/09 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 36 ft
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,036 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,036 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Light Rain, Rain, Mist, Light Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 05:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RJNK 221705Z 2218/2400 02004KT 8000 -RA FEW030 BKN050 TEMPO 2305/2309 4000 RA BR FEW005 BKN008 BECMG 2306/2309 04014KT TEMPO 2309/2312 4000 -RA BR FEW005 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 20° 4 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Rain
05:00Z TEMPO
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Rain, Mist
06:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 40° 14 kt
09:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JNK
06
24
06T
24T

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 8,860 ft 150 ft PEM 55° No wind data
06T/24T 8,876 ft 148 ft ASP 55° 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 - RJNK

5,042 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.3%
MVFR
14.2%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
0.9%

Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.1%
NE
17.6%
E
7.4%
SE
10.8%
S
25.4%
SW
8.9%
W
8.6%
NW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.7°C
Range: -3°C to 33°C
-3°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

November March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 06T/24T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,042 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJNK
IATA Code: KMQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 36 ft MSL

Location

City: Kanazawa
Country: JP
Latitude: 36.394600°
Longitude: 136.406998°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,860 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 06T/24T
Length: 8,876 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base

Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu 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

Komatsu Airport serves dual civilian and military purposes in the Kanazawa region of Japan, functioning as both a public airport and a Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) air base. Located at 36.394600N, 136.406998E with an elevation of 36 feet MSL, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure for the surrounding Ishikawa Prefecture. The facility features two parallel runways capable of handling medium-sized aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Komatsu Airport demonstrate highly reliable VFR flying opportunities, with 80.7% of observations indicating visual flight rules. Seasonal temperatures range from -2°C to 33°C, with an average of 12.7°C, providing relatively stable operating environments. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at 180 degrees, averaging 8.4 knots, with November, September, and October presenting optimal VFR conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

Both primary runways (06/24 and 06T/24T) are constructed of paved surfaces extending approximately 8,860-8,876 feet in length, suitable for medium aircraft operations. The airport experiences minimal weather disruptions, with fog present in only 0.5% of observations and visibility consistently averaging 10 statute miles. Crosswind conditions remain moderate, with an average of 5.2 knots across both runways.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 and 06T/24T exhibit 100% favorable wind alignments, providing predictable approach conditions for incoming aircraft. Pilots can expect consistent wind patterns from the southern quadrant, with maximum recorded wind speeds of 39 knots. The airport's low elevation and stable meteorological profile create generally straightforward approach and landing scenarios for most aircraft classes.

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.