Zonguldak Çaycuma Airport

LTAS / ONQ

Zonguldak, TR

Last Updated
Jul 5, 06:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAS 050650Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW040 SCT100 26/19 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 44 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,044 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,044 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Zonguldak Çaycuma Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTAS 050440Z 0506/0515 VRB02KT 9999 SCT040 SCT100 TEMPO 0506/0510 -SHRA FEW025CB BKN030 TEMPO 0511/0515 34012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z TEMPO
+4h
VFR 340° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAS
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 6,991 ft 148 ft CONC No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTAS

2,844 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.2%
MVFR
16.6%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
1.3%

Zonguldak Çaycuma Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.1%
N
31%
S
16.9%
W
15%
NE
3%
NW
15.5%
SE
6.6%
SW
5.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.8°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,844 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zonguldak Çaycuma Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAS
IATA Code: ONQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 44 ft MSL

Location

City: Zonguldak
Country: TR
Latitude: 41.506401°
Longitude: 32.088600°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 6,991 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Zonguldak Çaycuma Airport

Overview

Zonguldak Çaycuma Airport serves the Zonguldak region in northwestern Turkey, situated at a low elevation of 44 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, with a substantial concrete runway measuring 6,991 feet in length. Its strategic location offers important transportation connectivity for the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly visual flight conditions, with 69.7% of observations recording VFR weather. Westerly winds dominate at 270 degrees, averaging 5.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 17 knots. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 29°C, with an average of 14.1°C, providing relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (18/36) is aligned to take maximum advantage of prevailing winds, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The terrain surrounding the airport is likely characteristic of the Black Sea region, with relatively low elevation and potentially complex local wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate moderate wind variations typical of coastal geographical settings.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence (1.3% of observations). September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. The average crosswind component is modest at 4.2 knots, providing comfortable approach and landing 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.