International hub · Kadena, Japan
Kadena AB
- Elevation
- 143 ft
- Coordinates
- 26°21′N 127°46′E
- Local time
- Asia/Tokyo
Photo: Bill Abbott · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Field information
RODN runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Kadena AB (RODN/DNA) has 2 runways; the longest, 05L/23R, is 12,100 ft (3,688 m) of asphalt. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at RODN, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Country
Japan
JP
Municipality
Okinawa
Elevation
143 ft
Position
26.3517, 127.7694
Runways · RODN
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05L/23R | 12,100 ft (3,688 m) | 300 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 05R/23L | 12,100 ft (3,688 m) | 200 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at RODN.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kadena AB (RODN / DNA) in Kadena, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk. RODN is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at RODN
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 RODN
Direct FBO and handler coordination at RODN covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at RODN
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at RODN is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to RODN
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for RODN: 26° 21′ 6″ N 127° 46′ 10″ E; elevation 143 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Kadena
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Kadena. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at RODN.
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Cargo Operations at RODN
Support for freighter operations into RODN covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where RODN sits in the network
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Operating into RODN?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Kadena AB — one desk for the whole trip.