Shimojishima Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 42m 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 Shimojishima Airport
Shimojishima Airport is located on the island of Shimojishima in Miyakojima, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It has the longest runway of any island in Japan south of the main island of Okinawa. Mitsubishi Estate has built a passenger terminal which began operating commercial flights in March 2019.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Shimojishima Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: ROIG.
Live weather
ROIGNOTAMs
ROIGReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 9,842 ft / 3,000 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.300 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 125.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHIMOJISHIMA CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| SAKISHIMA ACA-4 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL280 |
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: NNE (from about 22.5°), on 14% of observations, averaging 14 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70% | 324 ft | |
| Feb | 62% | 451 ft | |
| Mar | 56% | 755 ft | |
| Apr | 56% | 1,128 ft | |
| May | 55% | 1,460 ft | |
| Jun | 66% | 1,848 ft | |
| Jul | 76% | 2,054 ft | |
| Aug | 76% | 1,989 ft | |
| Sep | 72% | 1,870 ft | |
| Oct | 67% | 1,423 ft | |
| Nov | 67% | 1,029 ft | |
| Dec | 57% | 570 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~324–2,054 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 13 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 16 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shimojishima Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Shimojishima Airport?
The ICAO code for Shimojishima Airport is RORS, and its IATA code is SHI.
Where is Shimojishima Airport located?
Shimojishima Airport is medium airport located in Miyakojima, Japan, at an elevation of 54 ft (16 m).
How many runways does Shimojishima Airport have?
Shimojishima Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,842 ft / 3,000 m.
What time zone is Shimojishima Airport in?
Shimojishima Airport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shimojishima Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shimojishima Airport is approximately 5.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shimojishima Airport?
The nearest airport to Shimojishima Airport is Miyako Airport (MMY), about 8.6 nm to the ese, followed by Tarama Airport and New Ishigaki Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shimojishima Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.