Sado Airport

RJSD / SDS

Sado, JP

Last Updated
Apr 23, 04:00Z

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Currently using: RJSN
Weather Source: Niigata Airport (RJSN)
Distance: 34nm / 63km from RJSD

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
9 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
17,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJSN 230400Z 01009KT 9999 FEW040 BKN170 BKN/// 14/11 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 88 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 17,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,088 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
17,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,088 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sado Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 17,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 9 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 17000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 RJSN 222305Z 2300/2406 32006KT 9999 FEW030 BKN070 BECMG 2302/2304 02012KT BECMG 2321/2400 34014KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JSD
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
3,390 ft 85 ft ASP 96°
0.0 kt 9.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sado Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJSD
IATA Code: SDS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 88 ft MSL

Location

City: Sado
Country: JP
Latitude: 38.060200°
Longitude: 138.414001°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 3,390 ft
Width: 85 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sado Airport

Overview

Sado Airport serves the Sado Island region in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, providing essential regional air connectivity. Located at 38.060200, 138.414001, this medium-sized airport sits at an elevation of 88 feet above mean sea level, supporting local transportation needs for the island community.

Flying Conditions

Being situated in the Sea of Japan, Sado Airport experiences maritime climate conditions with potential for variable wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate seasonal weather shifts typical of the region, with potential challenges from coastal wind dynamics affecting the single 3,390-foot asphalted runway (10/28).

Notable Features

The airport's relatively moderate elevation and island location create unique geographic considerations for aviators. Surrounding terrain and coastal proximity may introduce localized wind shear or turbulence conditions, particularly during seasonal weather transitions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 provides the primary approach avenue, with its 3,390-foot asphalted surface accommodating regional aircraft operations. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and strength, considering the potential for crosswind components given the airport's maritime 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.