Gafsa Ksar International Airport

DTTF / GAF

Gafsa, TN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
9 kt
300°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DTTF 040900Z 30009KT 290V040 8000 SCT026 SCT033 15/11 Q1022 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,060 ft
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
SCT 3,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,660 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,360 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,060 ft)
Pressure Alt
798 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,052 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF DTTF 040600Z 0407/0416 29015KT 9999 SCT033 BECMG 0407/0409 04010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TTF
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,514 ft 148 ft ASP 48°
3.1 kt 8.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DTTF

3,738 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.5%
MVFR
34.5%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.2%

Gafsa Ksar International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
13%
NE
19.3%
E
3.9%
SE
1.4%
S
20.9%
SW
14.9%
W
8.7%
NW
16.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.1°C
Range: 1°C to 39°C
1°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

November September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,738 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gafsa Ksar International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DTTF
IATA Code: GAF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,060 ft MSL

Location

City: Gafsa
Country: TN
Latitude: 34.422001°
Longitude: 8.822500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,514 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gafsa Ksar International Airport

Overview

Gafsa Ksar International Airport serves the Gafsa region in Tunisia, situated at an elevation of 1060 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport features a single runway (05/23) measuring 9514 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and potentially international aviation operations in this part of southern Tunisia.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 70% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistent from the northeast at an average of 7.3 knots, with maximum gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 1°C to 39°C, with an average of 16.7°C, suggesting potential density altitude considerations during summer months.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 34.422001, 8.822500, the airport is positioned in a region with typical desert/semi-arid terrain characteristics. The runway orientation (05/23) is highly aligned with prevailing wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind coverage and a minimal average crosswind of 3.2 knots, providing consistently stable approach and departure conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the best VFR months. The runway's extensive 9514-foot length provides substantial landing and takeoff margin. With historically excellent visibility (average 10 statute miles) and minimal low-visibility events, instrument approaches should generally be straightforward.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.