Dortheys Hiyo Eluay International Airport

WAJJ / DJJ

Sentani, ID

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
4 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WAJJ 041930Z 23004KT 210V270 9999 SCT012 25/24 Q1004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 289 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,489 ft AMSL

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AJJ
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
9,842 ft 148 ft ASP 127°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WAJJ

7,936 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.7%
MVFR
8.7%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0.3%

Dortheys Hiyo Eluay International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.9 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.2°C (range: 22°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3%
NE
1.3%
E
15.5%
SE
8.5%
S
1.8%
SW
8.8%
W
50.6%
NW
8.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.2°C
Range: 22°C to 35°C
22°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,936 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dortheys Hiyo Eluay International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WAJJ
IATA Code: DJJ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 289 ft MSL

Location

City: Sentani
Country: ID
Latitude: -2.579627°
Longitude: 140.519857°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Dortheys Hiyo Eluay International Airport

Overview

Dortheys Hiyo Eluay International Airport serves the Sentani region in Indonesia, located at coordinates -2.579627, 140.519857. As a large international airport situated at 289 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for Papua province. The airport supports significant regional transportation needs for this eastern Indonesian location.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 289 ft MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment typical of coastal Indonesian terrain. Being situated near the equator, the airport experiences consistent tropical weather patterns with potential for rapid atmospheric changes. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and localized weather variations common to this geographical region.

Notable Features

The single runway (12/30) spans an impressive 9,842 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating large aircraft operations. Its substantial length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational requirements. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30's extended length allows for versatile approach procedures with significant operational margin. Given the airport's tropical location, pilots should maintain heightened awareness of potential rapid meteorological shifts during arrival and departure. Standard instrument approach procedures will be crucial for safe navigation in this equatorial environment.

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.