Taitung Airport

RCFN / TTT

Taitung City, TW

Last Updated
Jun 21, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 29°C
5 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
341 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RCFN 210800Z 16005KT 110V260 9999 FEW020 SCT050 32/29 Q1008 NOSIG RMK A2977

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 143 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,143 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,143 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Taitung Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 5 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 29°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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

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

QNH
341 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
336 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (143 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,311 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 22,385 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RCFN 210500Z 2106/2206 04005KT 9999 FEW015 TEMPO 2106/2110 09010KT FEW012 FEW015TCU BKN022 BECMG 2110/2112 34005KT BECMG 2200/2202 16005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 340° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CFN
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
7,999 ft 148 ft PEM 38°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RCFN

8,110 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.6%
MVFR
12.5%
IFR
3.2%
LIFR
0.6%

Taitung Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 34°C with an average of 24.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
34.7%
NE
28.2%
E
12.8%
SE
5.3%
S
4.8%
SW
4.1%
W
1.3%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.5°C
Range: 12°C to 34°C
12°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,110 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Taitung Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RCFN
IATA Code: TTT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 143 ft MSL

Location

City: Taitung City
Country: TW
Latitude: 22.754999°
Longitude: 121.101997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,999 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Taitung Airport

Overview

Taitung Airport serves the southeastern coastal region of Taiwan, located in Taitung City. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and emergency services. The airport sits at a modest elevation of 143 feet above mean sea level, facilitating access to this geographically distinct part of the island.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Taitung Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with VFR conditions present 88.2% of the time. The prevailing northerly winds average 7.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature variation is moderate, ranging from 13°C to 34°C, with an average of 23.9°C, which generally supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's 7,999-foot PEM runway (04/22) provides substantial landing space for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographical position on Taiwan's eastern coast suggests potential exposure to maritime weather patterns and potential wind variations. The airport's low elevation and coastal location likely contribute to its consistent visibility, which averages 10 statute miles with rare instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with winds supporting operations 100% of the time. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging only 3.5 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions, particularly during January, October, and December, which represent the airport's most consistently clear months.

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.