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Weather Briefing
VFRCamp Zama Kastner Army Heliport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,800 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 3 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,800 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
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1,910 ft | 52 ft | ASP | 9° |
↑ 3.0 kt
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↔ 0.5 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - RJTR
7,500 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Camp Zama Kastner Army Heliport typically experiences VFR conditions 68% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, May.
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Statistics computed from 7,500 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Camp Zama Kastner Army Heliport - Airport Information
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About Camp Zama Kastner Army Heliport
Camp Zama Kastner Army Heliport (RJTR) is located in Sagamihara / Zama, JP at an elevation of 360 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 1,910 feet.
Weather Profile
With VFR conditions only 68% of the time based on 7,500 observations, RJTR requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 12.2% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at RJTR come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 5.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (26.7% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 02/20 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are January, November, May, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -5°C (23°F) to 34°C (93°F), averaging 12.9°C (55°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.31 to 30.49 inHg (993-1033 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 7,500 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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