Yao Airport

RJOY

Yao, JP

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:00Z

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Current Weather

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Recent 36 min ago
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
8 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR RJOY 050200Z 34008KT 300V020 9999 FEW030 BKN/// 10/M01 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 39 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,039 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JOY
09
27 ✈️
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
4,890 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
70° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
3,940 ft 100 ft ASP 127°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJOY

1,932 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.3%
MVFR
3.6%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
0.2%

Yao Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
20%
NE
6.5%
E
7.6%
SE
6.7%
S
2.3%
SW
4.8%
W
40.7%
NW
9.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.7°C
Range: -1°C to 34°C
-1°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 1,932 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yao Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJOY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 39 ft MSL

Location

City: Yao
Country: JP
Latitude: 34.596298°
Longitude: 135.602997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,890 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,940 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Yao Airport

Overview

Yao Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Yao, Japan, serving the Osaka metropolitan area. Positioned at 39 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 34.596298, 135.602997, the airport features two asphalt runways: a 4,890-foot runway (09/27) and a 3,940-foot runway (13/31). The airport primarily supports general aviation and regional transportation needs in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Yao Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 95.1% of observations supporting VFR operations. Prevailing winds from the west (270°) average 7.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 34°C, with an average of 16.4°C, providing relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Runway 09/27 experiences an average crosswind of 3.1 knots, while runway 13/31 has a slightly higher average crosswind of 4.6 knots. The airport's low elevation and consistent visibility (averaging 10 statute miles) contribute to generally predictable flying conditions.

Approach Considerations

January, September, and November represent the best months for VFR flying at Yao Airport, with minimal meteorological restrictions. Pilots can expect minimal interference from adverse weather, with IFR conditions occurring in only 2.1% of observations and LIFR conditions in just 0.1% of cases. The dual runway configuration provides flexibility in approach and departure options based on prevailing wind conditions.

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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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.