Perth Jandakot Airport

YPJT / JAD

Perth, AU

Last Updated
Jul 4, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPJT 041300Z AUTO 05006KT 9999 // NCD 12/08 Q1024

Weather Briefing

VFR

Perth Jandakot Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 6 knots. Runway 06L/24R is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 18 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 YPJT 041125Z 0412/0506 05010KT 9999 FEW040 FM050300 36008KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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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: 06L
4,569 ft 98 ft ASP 54°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 06R
3,773 ft 59 ft ASP 54°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
12/30 4,948 ft 98 ft ASP 114°
2.6 kt 5.4 kt
64° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YPJT

14,548 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90%
MVFR
6%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
2.3%

Perth Jandakot Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 8.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.5%
N
5.2%
S
18.2%
W
9.7%
NE
6.1%
NW
4.2%
SE
11.3%
SW
18.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 19°C
Range: 0°C to 42°C
0°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

July January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 14,548 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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

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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.