Futenma Marine Corps Air Station
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 13h 36m 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 Futenma Marine Corps Air Station
Marine Corps Air Station Futenma or MCAS Futenma A is a United States Marine Corps base located in Ginowan, Okinawa, Japan, 5 NM northeastB of Naha, on the island of Okinawa. It is home to approximately 3,000 Marines of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing and other units, and has been a U.S. military airbase since the defeat of the Japanese Imperial Army in the Battle of Okinawa in 1945. Marine Corps pilots and aircrew are assigned to the base for training and providing air support to other land and sea-based Marines in Okinawa and throughout the Asia-Pacific region. MCAS Futenma is part of the Marine Corps Installations Pacific command.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ROTMLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 9,000 ft / 2,743 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 23.030 MHz |
| GND | GND | 122.800 MHz |
| PMSV | METRO | 29.060 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 30.740 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 123.600 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAHA PCA-4 | Class C | Controlled | 3143 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| NAHA PCA-1 | Class C | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| NAHA PCA-6 | Class C | Controlled | 1000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| NAHA PCA-5 | Class C | Controlled | 2246 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| NAHA PCA-10 | Class C | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| FUTENMA CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 2246 ft MSL |
| KADENA CTR-2 | Class D | CTR | 2246 ft MSL | 3143 ft MSL |
| NAHA TCA-2 | Class E | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 3999 ft MSL |
| NAHA TCA-4 | Class E | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| NAHA TCA-3 | Class E | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 3999 ft MSL |
| NAHA ACA-1 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL250 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 豊見城高安テレビ・FM送信所 | 541 ft | 187 ft | — |
| RBC・QAB嘉数放送所 | 433 ft | 226 ft | — |
| FM沖縄新川送信所 | 371 ft | 440 ft | — |
| RYU:X TOWER | 344 ft | 118 ft | — |
| RYU:X TOWER | 344 ft | 118 ft | — |
| D’グラフォート沖縄タワー | 292 ft | 98 ft | — |
| ザ・ビーチタワー沖縄 | 266 ft | 23 ft | — |
| ダイワロイネットホテル | 253 ft | 125 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Futenma Marine Corps Air Station.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Futenma Marine Corps Air Station?
The ICAO code for Futenma Marine Corps Air Station is ROTM.
Where is Futenma Marine Corps Air Station located?
Futenma Marine Corps Air Station is medium airport located in Japan, at an elevation of 247 ft (75 m).
How many runways does Futenma Marine Corps Air Station have?
Futenma Marine Corps Air Station has 1 runway, the longest being 9,000 ft / 2,743 m.
What time zone is Futenma Marine Corps Air Station in?
Futenma Marine Corps Air Station is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Futenma Marine Corps Air Station?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Futenma Marine Corps Air Station is approximately 5.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Futenma Marine Corps Air Station?
The nearest airport to Futenma Marine Corps Air Station is Kadena Air Base (DNA), about 4.7 nm to the n, followed by Naha International Airport and Kerama Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Futenma Marine Corps Air Station data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.