Kluang Airport

WMAP

Kluang, MY

Last Updated
Jun 21, 21:00Z

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Currently using: WMKJ
Weather Source: Senai International Airport (WMKJ)
Distance: 32nm / 60km from WMAP

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
3 kt
230°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WMKJ 212100Z 23003KT 170V340 8000 FEW008 24/22 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 150 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
950 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kluang Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 800 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 800 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. 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: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 02:00Z and 05:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF WMKJ 211700Z 2118/2218 VRB02KT 9999 FEW022 PROB30 TEMPO 2202/2205 4000 TSRA FEW017CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MAP
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
4,101 ft 121 ft GRE 49°
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kluang Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WMAP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 150 ft MSL

Location

City: Kluang
Country: MY
Latitude: 2.041390°
Longitude: 103.306999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,101 ft
Width: 121 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Kluang Airport

Overview

Kluang Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Johor, Malaysia, serving the regional area around Kluang town. Positioned at coordinates 2.041390, 103.306999 with an elevation of 150 feet mean sea level, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 150 ft MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment typical of coastal Malaysian terrain. While specific local meteorological data is not provided, pilots should anticipate potential humidity and tropical weather patterns common to the region's geographical location.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (05/23) with a length of 4,101 feet, classified as a GRE (grass) surface type. Its moderate runway length accommodates smaller and medium-sized aircraft operations, with orientation aligned approximately along a 050/230 degree heading.

Approach Considerations

Given the runway's 05/23 orientation, wind conditions will significantly influence preferred landing and takeoff directions. Pilots should carefully assess current wind vectors to determine the most appropriate runway approach, considering the GRE surface characteristics and available runway length of 4,101 feet.

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.