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MVFRZhoushan Putuoshan Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (90°) at 8 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 05:00Z and 11:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 13:00Z and 17:00Z.
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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
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7,546 ft | 0 ft | 0° |
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About Zhoushan Putuoshan Airport
Overview
Zhoushan Putuoshan Airport serves the Zhoushan archipelago, located in Zhejiang Province, eastern China. Situated at a low elevation of 3 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this island region. It supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its single runway oriented in the 18/36 configuration.
Flying Conditions
The airport's coastal location at 29.934200, 122.362000 suggests maritime weather influences with potential for variable wind conditions. Proximity to the East China Sea likely introduces marine atmospheric patterns that can create dynamic wind shifts and potential visibility challenges. Pilots should anticipate potential sea-level meteorological variations typical of island airport environments.
Notable Features
The airport's low elevation of 3 ft MSL indicates a flat terrain profile with minimal geographic obstructions. Its 7,546-foot runway provides substantial landing and takeoff length for medium-sized aircraft operations. The geographic positioning in the Zhoushan archipelago suggests potential for complex local wind patterns generated by island and sea interactions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 18/36 offers a straight-in approach alignment aligned with cardinal directions. The substantial runway length of 7,546 feet provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational scenarios. Pilots should prepare for potential maritime wind variations that could impact approach and landing stability, particularly during seasonal transition periods.
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