Gaziemir Air Base

LTBK

Gaziemir, TR

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:20Z

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Currently using: LTBJ
Weather Source: Adnan Menderes International Airport (LTBJ)
Distance: 2nm / 3km from LTBK

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Turkish Air Force installation. Civil access is restricted.

Access Notes:

Military fields restricted

Consult official AIP (Turkey AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
18 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTBJ 180720Z 01018KT 9999 SCT030 BKN100 15/09 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 433 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,433 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,433 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gaziemir Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 18 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 08:00Z.

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.

QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (433 ft)
Pressure Alt
681 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 785 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTBJ 180440Z 1806/1906 36014KT 9999 SCT030 BKN100 TEMPO 1806/1808 -SHRA BECMG 1806/1808 36020G30KT BECMG 1812/1815 CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBK
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
4,453 ft 131 ft ASP 168°
16.9 kt 6.2 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Gaziemir Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTBK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 433 ft MSL

Location

City: Gaziemir
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.319099°
Longitude: 27.159401°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 4,453 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gaziemir Air Base

Gaziemir Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the TR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Gaziemir Air Base (LTBK) is located in Gaziemir, TR at an elevation of 433 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 4,453 feet.

Airport Overview

Gaziemir Air Base serves Gaziemir in TR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (17/35) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 4,453 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from LTBK, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.