Iejima Airport

RORE / IEJ

Ie, JP

Last Updated
Apr 30, 13:16Z

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Currently using: RODN
Weather Source: Kadena Air Base (RODN)
Distance: 22nm / 41km from RORE

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
13:16Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
6 kt
320°
10 SM
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI RODN 301316Z 32006KT 10SM SCT008 SCT014 BKN028 OVC044 21/19 A2995 RMK AO2A RAE10DZB10E16 BKN V OVC SLP143 FZRANO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 246 ft
SCT 800 ft AGL
SCT 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 2,800 ft AGL
OVC 4,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,046 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,646 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,046 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,646 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Iejima Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 6 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2800 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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 25 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 13:00Z and 16:00Z.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (246 ft)
Pressure Alt
224 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,003 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD RODN 301300Z 3013/0114 30010G15KT 9999 BKN015 QNH2987INS TEMPO 3013/3016 8000 -SHRA BECMG 3018/3019 32012G18KT 9999 SCT015 BKN020 QNH2990INS BECMG 0107/0108 35010G15KT 9999 SCT025 BKN040 QNH2992INS TX26/0104Z TN22/3018Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
18:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR 320° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ORE
04 ✈️
22
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
4,920 ft 150 ft ASP 39°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
4,961 ft 92 ft U 41°
0.0 kt 6.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Iejima Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RORE
IATA Code: IEJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 246 ft MSL

Location

City: Ie
Country: JP
Latitude: 26.722537°
Longitude: 127.786801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,920 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05/23
Length: 4,961 ft
Width: 92 ft
Surface: U
ILS: No

About Iejima Airport

Overview

Iejima Airport serves Ie Island, located in the Okinawa Prefecture of Japan. Positioned at 26.722537, 127.786801, this medium-sized airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the local region at an elevation of 246 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences typical subtropical maritime conditions characteristic of the Okinawa region. With two runways (04/22 and 05/23) measuring approximately 4,900 feet in length, pilots can expect variable wind conditions that may influence landing and takeoff preferences.

Notable Features

Iejima Airport features two runways with different orientations: a 4,920-foot asphalted runway (04/22) and a 4,961-foot runway (05/23). The airport's moderate elevation and island location suggest potential wind shear and turbulence considerations during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will likely depend on prevailing winds, with the two differently oriented runways (04/22 and 05/23) providing flexibility for various wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences and prepare for potential crosswind landing techniques given the airport's geographic setting.

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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.