Çiğli Airbase

LTBL / IGL

Çiğli, TR

Last Updated
Feb 25, 03:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 174 hours ago
03:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI LTBL 250330Z 23003KT 200V270 9999 -SHRA FEW025CB SCT035 BKN100 10/09 Q1016 RETSRA BECMG 02013KT TEMPO TL0400 -TSRA RMK RWY17 28004KT 250V330

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,516 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,516 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,016 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (16 ft)
Pressure Alt
-67 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -663 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTBL 040740Z 0409/0418 34012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBL
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
9,821 ft 147 ft ASP 176°
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTBL

234 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.1%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
0%

Çiğli Airbase typically experiences VFR conditions 73.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 5°C and 31°C with an average of 15°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 9.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.8%
NE
3.2%
E
25.1%
SE
22.8%
S
8.2%
SW
4.1%
W
5%
NW
9.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 15°C
Range: 5°C to 31°C
5°C 31°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 234 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Çiğli Airbase - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTBL
IATA Code: IGL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Çiğli
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.513000°
Longitude: 27.010099°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 9,821 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Çiğli Airbase

Overview

Çiğli Airbase is a medium-sized airport located in western Turkey, situated near Izmir with an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport serves as an important aviation facility with a single runway 17/35 measuring 9,821 feet in length, constructed with asphalt surface. Its strategic location and infrastructure support various aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Çiğli Airbase predominantly favor visual flight rules (VFR), with 74.6% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The prevailing wind comes from the east (90 degrees) at an average of 9.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 5°C to 31°C, with an average of 15.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport's runway orientation (17/35) aligns well with local wind patterns, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds average 5.5 knots, which are generally manageable for most aircraft operations. The surrounding terrain appears to be relatively flat, consistent with the low elevation of 16 feet above mean sea level.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visual meteorological conditions, with an average visibility of 10 statute miles and no reported instances of significant fog. September, January, and December represent the best months for VFR flying, offering the most stable weather conditions. The long asphalt runway provides ample landing and takeoff opportunities for various 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

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.