Perth Jandakot Airport

YPJT / JAD

Perth, AU

Last Updated
Jul 5, 20:33Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
20:33Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
6 kt
160°
1 km
Visibility
100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI YPJT 052033Z AUTO 16006KT 1000 BR BKN001 OVC062 11/11 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 99 ft
BKN 100 ft AGL
OVC 6,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
199 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,299 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Perth Jandakot Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,200 feet and 1 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is very low at 100 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 18 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: Fog, Light Showers Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 AMD YPJT 051826Z 0518/0612 06005KT 0200 FG BKN001 FM052300 09006KT 9999 NSW SCT030 FM060200 10006KT 9999 FEW018 FM060400 09010KT 9999 -SHRA BKN030 FM061000 09010KT 9999 NSW FEW045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:43Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: 0.2 km
Ceiling: 100 ft
Fog
23:00Z FM052300
+3h
VFR 90° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z FM060200
+6h
VFR 100° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
04:00Z FM060400
+8h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PJT
06L
24R
06R
24L
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06L/24R 4,569 ft 98 ft ASP 54°
1.7 kt 5.8 kt
106° angle
06R/24L 3,773 ft 59 ft ASP 54°
1.7 kt 5.8 kt
106° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
4,948 ft 98 ft ASP 114°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YPJT

14,548 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90%
MVFR
6%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
2.3%

Perth Jandakot Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 8.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.5%
N
5.2%
S
18.2%
W
9.7%
NE
6.1%
NW
4.2%
SE
11.3%
SW
18.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 19°C
Range: 0°C to 42°C
0°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

July January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 14,548 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Perth Jandakot Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YPJT
IATA Code: JAD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 99 ft MSL

Location

City: Perth
Country: AU
Latitude: -32.097500°
Longitude: 115.880997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 06L/24R
Length: 4,569 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 3,773 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 4,948 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Perth Jandakot Airport

Overview

Perth Jandakot Airport serves as a critical general aviation hub located southwest of Perth, Western Australia. Situated at 99 feet mean sea level, the airport offers three asphalt runways accommodating various aircraft operations. Its strategic location and multiple runway configurations make it a significant facility for regional and training aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Jandakot are predominantly VFR, with 92.3% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The prevailing southwesterly winds at 225° average 10.2 knots, creating generally stable flying conditions. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 42°C, with January, November, and December presenting the most consistent VFR weather patterns.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with lengths between 3,773 and 4,948 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components ranging from 5.5 to 6.8 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable wind conditions with southwesterly prevailing winds. The runways' consistent wind alignment minimizes crosswind challenges, with Runway 06L/24R offering the longest surface at 4,569 feet. Low occurrence of IFR conditions (0.9%) suggests reliable visual approach opportunities throughout the year.

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.