Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport

LTAR / VAS

Sivas, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:05Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
06:05Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
20 kt
350°
5 km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI LTAR 040605Z 35020KT 5000 BLSN SCT005 BKN025 OVC070 M05/M06 Q1020 RESN

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,239 ft
SCT 500 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,739 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,739 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,239 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
845 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,239 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,037 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,894 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTAR 040440Z 0406/0415 35018G30KT 4000 -SN BR BKN004 BKN025 OVC070 TEMPO 0406/0410 1200 SN BKN002 BKN025 OVC070 TEMPO 0410/0414 2000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:32Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 350° 18 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Snow, Mist
10:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 2 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°
18.8 kt 6.8 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTAR

4,556 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
19.8%

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.3 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 14.5% 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: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.6%
NE
1.4%
E
10.6%
SE
20.2%
S
22.5%
SW
8.2%
W
10.5%
NW
9.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.4°C
Range: -24°C to 25°C
-24°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 14.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 4,556 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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 55% of the time based on 4,556 observations, LTAR requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 28% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 14.5% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTAR come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 9.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 35 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.7%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 01/19 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.6 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 2.4°C (36°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 10.01 to 10.26 inHg (339-347 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 4,556 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.