Akhisar Airport / Akhisar Air Base

LTBT

Akhisar, TR

Last Updated
Mar 17, 04:18Z

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
Stale 882 hours ago
04:18Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
0 kt
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI LTBT 170418Z 00000KT 5000 BR NSC M01/M01 Q1014 RMK RWY13 VRB02KT 2CI200

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Akhisar Airport / Akhisar Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 5 km visibility. Note: This observation is 882 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -1°C (30°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (263 ft)
Pressure Alt
241 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,616 ft
ISA Deviation: -15.5°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBT
14L
32R
14R
32L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14L/32R 9,815 ft 148 ft CON 139°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
139° angle
14R/32L 9,815 ft 98 ft CON 139°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
139° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTBT

175 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.3%
MVFR
22.3%
IFR
17.7%
LIFR
9.7%

Akhisar Airport / Akhisar Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 8.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
34.7%
NE
9.1%
E
3.3%
SE
18.2%
S
7.4%
SW
4.1%
W
9.1%
NW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.4°C
Range: -3°C to 34°C
-3°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.8%

Best Months for VFR

September January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 175 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Akhisar Airport / Akhisar Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTBT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 263 ft MSL

Location

City: Akhisar
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.808899°
Longitude: 27.833900°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 9,815 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 9,815 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Akhisar Airport / Akhisar Air Base

Akhisar Airport / Akhisar 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.

Overview

Akhisar Airport, designated with ICAO code LTBT, is a medium-sized airport located in western Turkey near the city of Akhisar. Situated at an elevation of 263 feet MSL, the airport features two parallel concrete runways, each 9,815 feet long, capable of supporting a variety of aircraft operations. Its strategic location in the Aegean region provides important aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Akhisar Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 49.7% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological challenges, with Marginal VFR and Instrument Flight Rules conditions occurring 38.8% of observations. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 34°C, with an average of 14.1°C, suggesting potential for significant seasonal temperature variations.

Notable Features

The airport's dual parallel runways (14L/32R and 14R/32L) offer operational flexibility and redundancy. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 4 knots. The prevailing wind from the north (0°) at an average of 6.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots, presents predictable wind conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

September, January, and October represent the most favorable months for Visual Flight Rules operations, offering optimal flying conditions. With consistent runway wind coverage and low average crosswind, pilots can expect relatively straightforward approach and landing scenarios. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility, though occasional fog (7.5% of observations) may require additional caution.

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.