RODN
Kadena Air Base
Crosswind and headwind for every runway from the current report.
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| Runway | Headwind | Crosswind | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05L | 51.0° | — | — | — |
| 23R | 231.0° | — | — | — |
| 05R | 51.0° | — | — | — |
| 23L | 231.0° | — | — | — |
Runways at RODN
Kadena Air Base has 2 runways, the longest at 12,100 ft, asphalt and concrete surfaces. Field elevation is 143 ft.
| Runway | True heading | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 05L / 23R | 51.0° / 231.0° | 12,100 ft | Asphalt |
| 05R / 23L | 51.0° / 231.0° | 12,100 ft | Concrete |
These are true headings from the FAA survey, not the magnetic number painted on the runway. METAR winds are also referenced to true north, so the crosswind math stays consistent.
How the crosswind formula works · Crosswind limits by aircraft
Not a substitute for an official pre-flight weather briefing.