Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

LTAZ / NAV

Nevşehir, TR

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
7 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAZ 180720Z 27007KT 240V300 9999 SCT025 BKN080 14/11 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,100 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,600 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,100 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 7 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Light Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 14:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 14:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 LTAZ 180440Z 1806/1906 10012KT 9999 SCT035 BKN100 BECMG 1806/1808 25008KT TEMPO 1810/1814 27018G30KT 4000 TSRA FEW025CB BKN030 PROB40 TEMPO 1814/1818 -TSRA FEW025CB BKN030 TEMPO 1818/1822 -SHRA BKN030 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
10:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR 270° 18 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
14:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
18:00Z TEMPO
+11h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAZ
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
9,842 ft 148 ft CON 117°
6.6 kt 2.4 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 - LTAZ

17,922 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.4%
MVFR
10.6%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.6%

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 58 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 58 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.2%
NE
3.7%
E
19.6%
SE
26.5%
S
8%
SW
12.8%
W
16.2%
NW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.8°C
Range: -16°C to 31°C
-16°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 17,922 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAZ
IATA Code: NAV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,100 ft MSL

Location

City: Nevşehir
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.771900°
Longitude: 34.534500°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (LTAZ/NAV) is located in Nevşehir, TR at an elevation of 3,100 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (11/29), with the longest at 9,842 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 17,922 weather observations, LTAZ experiences excellent VFR conditions 87.4% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTAZ come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 7.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 58 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.6%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 11/29 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, October, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -16°C (3°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 7.8°C (46°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.94 to 10.33 inHg (337-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 17,922 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.