Amakusa Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 55m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Amakusa Airport
Amakusa Airfield (天草飛行場) is an airport 2.3 NM northwest of Amakusa, Kumamoto, Japan, on the Amakusa Islands in Japan. Locals often refer to it as Amakusa Airport. It is on the northern side of the Amakusa Islands, northwest of Amakusa city. It is used by only one airline, Amakusa Airlines, which is based there.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Amakusa Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: RJFU.
Live weather
RJFUNOTAMs
RJFUReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 3,281 ft / 1,000 m | 99 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | AMASKA FS | 130.775 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAGASAKI TCA-25 | Class E | Controlled | 6001 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| KUMAMOTO ACA-1 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| KAGOSHIMA ACA-2 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL200 |
| NAGASAKI ACA-1 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL170 |
| AMAKUSA AP | Class G | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| AMAKUSA AP HORIZONTAL SURFACE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| NAGASAKI ACA-5 | Special use | Restricted | 6000 ft MSL | FL170 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 14% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 82% | -733 ft | |
| Feb | 75% | -577 ft | |
| Mar | 74% | 76 ft | |
| Apr | 76% | 707 ft | |
| May | 74% | 1,244 ft | |
| Jun | 63% | 1,786 ft | |
| Jul | 64% | 2,214 ft | |
| Aug | 75% | 2,370 ft | |
| Sep | 83% | 1,957 ft | |
| Oct | 91% | 1,086 ft | |
| Nov | 91% | 321 ft | |
| Dec | 87% | -495 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-733–2,370 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 0 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Amakusa Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Amakusa Airport?
The ICAO code for Amakusa Airport is RJDA, and its IATA code is AXJ.
Where is Amakusa Airport located?
Amakusa Airport is medium airport located in Amakusa, Japan, at an elevation of 340 ft (104 m).
How many runways does Amakusa Airport have?
Amakusa Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,281 ft / 1,000 m.
What time zone is Amakusa Airport in?
Amakusa Airport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Amakusa Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Amakusa Airport is approximately 7.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Amakusa Airport?
The nearest airport to Amakusa Airport is Nagasaki Airport (NGS), about 28.9 nm to the nnw, followed by JMSDF Omura Air Base and Shirakawa Gliderport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Amakusa Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.