Iejima Auxiliary Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 13h 38m 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 Iejima Auxiliary Air Base
Ie Shima Auxiliary Airfield is a training facility, managed by the United States Marine Corps and a former World War II airfield complex on Ie Shima, an island located off the northwest coast of Okinawa Island in the East China Sea. The airfield as such was inactivated after 1946 but part of the former airfield is still used as a training facility for parachute drops and vertical take off and landing aircraft such as the F-35. The facility is referenced as FAC6005 by Okinawa Prefecture.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
RODELive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 4,780 ft / 1,457 m | 150 ft | Cor | Unlit | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 1,200 ft / 366 m | 180 ft | Psp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 28.730 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 44.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAHA ACA-1 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL250 |
| NAHA TCA-4 | Class E | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| IEJIMA CIVIL AP | Class G | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| W-178 | Special use | Restricted | GND | 15000 ft MSL |
| W-178A | Special use | Restricted | GND | 13000 ft MSL |
| IEJIMA AP HORIZONTAL SURFACE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Iejima Auxiliary Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Iejima Auxiliary Air Base?
The ICAO code for Iejima Auxiliary Air Base is RODE.
Where is Iejima Auxiliary Air Base located?
Iejima Auxiliary Air Base is small airport located in Ie, Japan, at an elevation of 184 ft (56 m).
How many runways does Iejima Auxiliary Air Base have?
Iejima Auxiliary Air Base has 2 runways, the longest being 4,780 ft / 1,457 m.
What time zone is Iejima Auxiliary Air Base in?
Iejima Auxiliary Air Base is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Iejima Auxiliary Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Iejima Auxiliary Air Base is approximately 6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Iejima Auxiliary Air Base?
The nearest airport to Iejima Auxiliary Air Base is Ieshima West (LHA) Airfield (JP-1931), about 0.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Iejima Airport and Izena Auxiliary Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Iejima Auxiliary Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.