Perth Jandakot Airport

YPJT / JAD

Perth, AU

Last Updated
Mar 5, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
5 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPJT 050400Z AUTO 23005KT 170V280 9999 // NCD 35/10 Q1012

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YPJT 042322Z 0500/0518 09010KT CAVOK FM050400 23014KT CAVOK FM051200 18012KT CAVOK FM051700 09014KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z FM051200
+8h
VFR 180° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

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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
Active: 24R
4,569 ft 98 ft ASP 54°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 24L
3,773 ft 59 ft ASP 54°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
12/30 4,948 ft 98 ft ASP 114°
2.2 kt 4.5 kt
116° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YPJT

8,217 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.4%
MVFR
4.4%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
1.4%

Perth Jandakot Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 10.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 4.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
3%
NE
4%
E
19.6%
SE
11.6%
S
21.2%
SW
23.6%
W
9.5%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.9°C
Range: 4°C to 42°C
4°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

March January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,217 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.