What is the tower frequency at RJFT?

The tower frequency at Kumamoto is 118.7 MHz.

Does RJFT require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Kumamoto (Japan).

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Kumamoto

Kumamoto (RJFT/KMJ) serves Kumamoto, Japan. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (07/25). Field elevation is 642 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: RJFT
Name: Kumamoto
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 32.837299
Longitude: 130.854996
Elevation: 642 ft
Country: Japan
Municipality: Kumamoto
IATA Code: KMJ
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Tokyo
Distance from City: 29.7 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

Designation: 07/25
Dimensions: 9840 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 MHz
Ground: 121.800 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 128.800 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: Kumamoto Airport Office, JCAB; PPR required for GA flights.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Approx JPY 1,200/ton MTOW
Parking Fee: JPY 800/ton per 24h block
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: JPY
Remarks: Landing fees calculated per MTOW as per JCAB schedule. Noise surcharges may apply for Chapter 3 aircraft.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by Japanese fuel consortium. Into-plane service available during operational hours. Advance coordination recommended.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: CIQ available. APIS data must be submitted via NACCS system at least 2 hours before arrival.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: %H:%i
Curfew End: %H:%i
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Noise abatement procedures in effect. Slot coordination required via JCAB.

Alternates

RJFU

ICAO: RJFU
Name: Nagasaki
Distance (NM): 47.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: CIQ available. APIS data must be submitted via NACCS system at least 2 hours before arrival.

RJFF

ICAO: RJFF
Name: Fukuoka
Distance (NM): 49.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at international terminal. APIS via NACCS required.

RJFO

ICAO: RJFO
Name: Oita
Distance (NM): 58.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: CIQ available. APIS data must be submitted via NACCS system at least 2 hours before arrival.

RJFK

ICAO: RJFK
Name: Kagoshima
Distance (NM): 62.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: CIQ available. APIS data must be submitted via NACCS system at least 2 hours before arrival.

Airport Services

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Japan Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A for ICAO IFR flights; VFR requires permit
Landing Lead Time: Private non-revenue: not required. Charter: 3-7 working days. Business urgency: 24 hours possible.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require JCAB notification. Generally accommodated at GA-friendly airports.

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Nearby Airports

RJFS Saga Airport 34 NM ROIT Oita Prefectural (Oitakenou) Airport 35 NM RJDM JGSDF Metabaru Airfield 37 NM RJDA Amakusa Airport 41 NM RJDU JMSDF Omura Air Base 47 NM RJFU Nagasaki 48 NM RJFF Fukuoka 49 NM RJFZ JASDF Tsuiki Air Base 52 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at RJFT?: The tower frequency at Kumamoto is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at RJFT?: Kumamoto offers Jet A-1.
Does RJFT require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Kumamoto (Japan).
Does RJFT require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Kumamoto.

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