Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport

LTAR / VAS

Sivas, TR

Last Updated
Apr 29, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
18:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
3 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAR 291850Z 32003KT 9999 SCT035 08/04 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,239 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,739 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTAR 291640Z 2918/3003 VRB02KT 9999 SCT035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAR
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
12,503 ft 148 ft CON 18°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTAR

6,034 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.1%
MVFR
19.1%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
17.2%

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 9.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.5% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 9.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.5%
N
15.3%
S
19.6%
W
10.6%
NE
2%
NW
9.7%
SE
20.4%
SW
8.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.3°C
Range: -24°C to 25°C
-24°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,034 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAR
IATA Code: VAS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,239 ft MSL

Location

City: Sivas
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.813801°
Longitude: 36.903500°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 12,503 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport (LTAR/VAS) is located in Sivas, TR at an elevation of 5,239 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 12,503 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 56.1% of the time based on 6,034 observations, LTAR requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 24.9% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 12.5% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTAR come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 9.2 knots and recorded gusts up to 35 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.5%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 01/19 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are October, September, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -24°C (-11°F) to 25°C (77°F), averaging 2.3°C (36°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 10 to 10.26 inHg (339-347 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 6,034 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.