Regional airport · Amami Isl, Japan
Amami
- Elevation
- 27 ft
- Coordinates
- 28°26′N 129°43′E
- Local time
- Asia/Tokyo
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Field information
RJKA runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Amami (RJKA/ASJ) has one runway, 03/21, 6,560 ft (1,999 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: 2300-1030Z. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at RJKA, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Country
Japan
JP
Municipality
Amami
Elevation
27 ft
Position
28.4306, 129.7130
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
2300-1030Z
Runways · RJKA
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 6,560 ft (1,999 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at RJKA.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Amami (RJKA / ASJ) in Amami Isl, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk. RJKA is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at RJKA
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Japan
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Japan. Applicable permit lead times for Japan are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Japan are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at RJKA
Direct FBO and handler coordination at RJKA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at RJKA
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at RJKA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to RJKA
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for RJKA: 28° 25′ 50″ N 129° 42′ 47″ E; elevation 27 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Amami Isl
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Amami Isl. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at RJKA.
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Cargo Operations at RJKA
Support for freighter operations into RJKA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where RJKA sits in the network
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Operating into RJKA?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Amami — one desk for the whole trip.