Timişoara Traian Vuia Airport

LRTR / TSR

Timişoara, RO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
2 kt
20°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRTR 041930Z 02002KT CAVOK 08/04 Q1025

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LRTR 041700Z 0418/0518 VRB04KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RTR
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
11,483 ft 148 ft CON 110°
0.0 kt 2.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRTR

7,758 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.1%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
10.2%
LIFR
10.9%

Timişoara Traian Vuia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.9%
NE
5%
E
34.3%
SE
11.1%
S
10.3%
SW
4.1%
W
10.6%
NW
10.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -18°C to 31°C
-18°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,758 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Timişoara Traian Vuia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRTR
IATA Code: TSR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 348 ft MSL

Location

City: Timişoara
Country: RO
Latitude: 45.809898°
Longitude: 21.337900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Timişoara Traian Vuia Airport

Overview

Timişoara Traian Vuia Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in western Romania, positioned near the city of Timişoara at 45.809898, 21.337900. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Timiş County region, situated at an elevation of 348 ft mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 60.7% of the time and instrument conditions present 22.1% of flight periods. Temperature ranges extensively from -18°C to 31°C, with an average of 7.4°C, creating diverse operational environments throughout the year. Wind patterns are predominantly easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 6.1 knots with occasional gusts up to 21 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) extending 11,483 feet with a concrete surface, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations. Geographical positioning suggests relatively flat terrain consistent with the western Romanian plains. Wind data indicates 100% favorable wind alignment for runway 11/29, with an average crosswind component of just 3 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate optimal visual flying conditions during September, October, and November, when weather stability is highest. Visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles, with fog occurring in 9.2% of observations. The consistent easterly wind and long runway provide predictable approach and departure 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.