Taitung Airport

RCFN / TTT

Taitung City, TW

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:30Z

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Weather Source: Taitung Airport (RCFN)
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Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
12:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
5 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
344 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RCFN 041230Z 02005KT 330V050 9999 VCSH FEW015 SCT030 BKN060 21/18 Q1015 NOSIG RMK A3000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 143 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,643 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,143 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,143 ft AMSL
QNH
344 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
339 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (143 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,221 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 20,975 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +6.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RCFN 041100Z 0412/0512 36007KT 9999 FEW015 BKN032 TEMPO 0412/0417 8000 FEW012 BKN022 TEMPO 0502/0505 06012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,200 ft
02:00Z TEMPO
+9h
VFR 60° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CFN
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
7,999 ft 148 ft PEM 38°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RCFN

4,834 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.8%
MVFR
8.5%
IFR
3.7%
LIFR
1%

Taitung Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 34°C with an average of 23.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
43.3%
NE
30.7%
E
9.7%
SE
3.5%
S
2.1%
SW
1.1%
W
1%
NW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.3°C
Range: 12°C to 34°C
12°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,834 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Taitung Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RCFN
IATA Code: TTT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 143 ft MSL

Location

City: Taitung City
Country: TW
Latitude: 22.754999°
Longitude: 121.101997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,999 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Taitung Airport

Overview

Taitung Airport serves the southeastern coastal region of Taiwan, located in Taitung City. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and emergency services. The airport sits at a modest elevation of 143 feet above mean sea level, facilitating access to this geographically distinct part of the island.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Taitung Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with VFR conditions present 88.2% of the time. The prevailing northerly winds average 7.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature variation is moderate, ranging from 13°C to 34°C, with an average of 23.9°C, which generally supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's 7,999-foot PEM runway (04/22) provides substantial landing space for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographical position on Taiwan's eastern coast suggests potential exposure to maritime weather patterns and potential wind variations. The airport's low elevation and coastal location likely contribute to its consistent visibility, which averages 10 statute miles with rare instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with winds supporting operations 100% of the time. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging only 3.5 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions, particularly during January, October, and December, which represent the airport's most consistently clear months.

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.