Miyakejima Airport

RJTQ / MYE

Miyakejima, JP

Last Updated
Jul 4, 23:00Z

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Currently using: RJTO
Weather Source: Oshima Airport (RJTO)
Distance: 44nm / 81km from RJTQ

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
5 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJTO 042300Z 09005KT 060V150 9999 SCT015 SCT050 BKN100 24/23 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 67 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,567 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,067 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,067 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 5 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JTQ
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
4,350 ft 100 ft ASP 17°
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Miyakejima Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJTQ
IATA Code: MYE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 67 ft MSL

Location

City: Miyakejima
Country: JP
Latitude: 34.073601°
Longitude: 139.559998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,350 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Miyakejima Airport

Overview

Miyakejima Airport serves Miyakejima Island, located approximately 180 kilometers south of Tokyo in the Pacific Ocean. As a medium-sized airport situated at 67 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this volcanic island in the Izu Island chain. The airport supports regional transportation and emergency services for the island's community.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences maritime subtropical climate conditions typical of its Pacific Ocean location, with potential significant wind variations due to its island setting. Winds can be variable and strong, particularly during seasonal transition periods. The single asphalt runway (02/20) measuring 4,350 feet provides adequate length for regional aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Miyakejima is situated in a volcanically active region, with the local volcano having experienced significant eruptions in recent decades. Pilots should be aware of potential volcanic activity and associated atmospheric particulate risks. The island's terrain is characterized by volcanic landscapes, which can generate localized turbulence and wind shear conditions.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 02/20 suggests primary wind considerations from north-south directions. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions given the airport's oceanic environment. Standard regional aircraft appropriate for a 4,350-foot runway will find the facilities suitable for safe operations, with careful attention to local wind and terrain dynamics.

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.