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VFRKikai Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 10 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 27°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
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4,307 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 65° |
↑ 1.7 kt
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↔ 9.8 kt
80° angle
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Weather Statistics - RJKI
6,688 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kikai Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 33°C with an average of 21°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, December, March.
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Statistics computed from 6,688 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Kikai Airport - Airport Information
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About Kikai Airport
Overview
Kikai Airport serves the island of Kikai in the Ryukyu Islands, situated in southern Japan. Located at 28.321301, 129.927994, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the local region at an elevation of 21 feet mean sea level.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 88.3% of observations supporting visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the north (0°) at an average of 9.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature ranges from 9°C to 33°C, averaging 21.7°C, creating generally stable flying conditions.
Notable Features
The single runway 07/25 is 4,307 feet long with an asphalt surface, oriented east-west. Pilots can expect favorable wind conditions, with 100% of wind observations supporting runway operations and an average crosswind of 6.9 knots. The low elevation and island location suggest potential maritime weather influences.
Approach Considerations
Runway 07/25 offers consistent wind alignment, with northerly winds directly compatible with approach paths. Seasonal peaks for optimal VFR conditions occur in September, January, and December. Pilots should anticipate stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with negligible instances of reduced visual conditions.
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