Cengiz Topel Airport

LTBQ / KCO

Kartepe, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
4 kt
90°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1031 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTBQ 040850Z 09004KT 020V180 8000 FEW035 11/02 Q1031 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 182 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,682 ft AMSL
QNH
1031 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1025 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (182 ft)
Pressure Alt
-351 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -787 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTBQ 040740Z 0409/0418 VRB02KT 8000 SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBQ
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
9,842 ft 98 ft ASP 96°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTBQ

4,594 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.6%
MVFR
34.9%
IFR
10.2%
LIFR
2.3%

Cengiz Topel Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 34% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 34%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
9%
E
9.2%
SE
3.4%
S
5%
SW
6.7%
W
17.6%
NW
7%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.7°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.9%

Best Months for VFR

September January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,594 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cengiz Topel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTBQ
IATA Code: KCO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 182 ft MSL

Location

City: Kartepe
Country: TR
Latitude: 40.735001°
Longitude: 30.083300°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cengiz Topel Airport

Overview

Cengiz Topel Airport serves the Kartepe region in Turkey, positioned at an elevation of 182 feet mean sea level. The airport features a single runway (09/27) spanning 9,842 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium airport operations. Its strategic location at coordinates 40.735001, 30.083300 provides aviation access to the surrounding geographical area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Cengiz Topel Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 52.9% of the time. Temperature ranges from -9°C to 32°C, with an average of 11.3°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for diverse thermal conditions. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the west (270°) at an average of 5.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation of 182 feet suggests a relatively low-altitude environment with minimal terrain complexity. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility, and fog occurs in only 5.9% of observations. September, January, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components are minimal at 2.7 knots, providing predictable approach and landing characteristics. Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions, particularly during the airport's most consistent VFR months.

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.