Taranto-Grottaglie Marcello Arlotta Airport

LIBG / TAR

Grottaglie, IT

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
18:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
3 kt
60°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIBG 041850Z 06003KT CAVOK 13/11 Q1027

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIBG 041700Z 0418/0503 VRB06KT 9999 FEW020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBG
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
10,499 ft 148 ft ASP 169°
1.0 kt 2.8 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 - LIBG

2,270 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.9%
MVFR
10.3%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.4%

Taranto-Grottaglie Marcello Arlotta Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.4%
NE
9%
E
11.7%
SE
11.1%
S
18.2%
SW
10.1%
W
10.8%
NW
10.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 16°C
Range: -3°C to 32°C
-3°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

September November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,270 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Taranto-Grottaglie Marcello Arlotta Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIBG
IATA Code: TAR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 215 ft MSL

Location

City: Grottaglie
Country: IT
Latitude: 40.517502°
Longitude: 17.403200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Taranto-Grottaglie Marcello Arlotta Airport

Overview

Taranto-Grottaglie Marcello Arlotta Airport serves the Puglia region in southeastern Italy, located near the city of Grottaglie. The airport is a medium-sized facility situated at 215 feet above mean sea level, with a substantial runway measuring 10,499 feet in length. Its strategic location makes it significant for regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 89.3% of observations showing clear flying weather. Winds are typically from the north (0°) at an average of 6.7 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 23 knots. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 32°C, with an average of 16.8°C, providing generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (17/35) is aligned to take maximum advantage of prevailing wind patterns, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The surrounding terrain is likely characteristic of the Puglia coastal region, with relatively flat topography. Pilots should note the airport's elevation of 215 feet MSL and the consistent wind patterns when planning operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers excellent wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 3.3 knots. September, November, and December represent the best VFR months for operations. With consistently good visibility (average 10 statute miles) and minimal fog (1.4% of observations), the airport provides reliable approach conditions for most aircraft types.

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.