Elazığ Airport

LTCA / EZS

Elazığ, TR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 11:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
11:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
4 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCA 101150Z VRB04KT 9999 SCT035 BKN100 31/10 Q1011 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,927 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,427 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,927 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Elazığ Airport 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 variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
913 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,927 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,995 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,617 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +21.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTCA 101040Z 1012/1021 21012KT 9999 FEW035 SCT100 BECMG 1015/1017 CAVOK BECMG 1019/1021 27006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
19:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 270° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCA
07
25
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 9,843 ft 148 ft CONC 71° No wind data
13/31 9,843 ft 148 ft ASPH No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCA

6,750 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.4%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
6.7%
LIFR
1.7%

Elazığ Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.6%
N
1.8%
S
6.8%
W
23%
NE
7.5%
NW
7.4%
SE
3.5%
SW
28.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.1°C
Range: -18°C to 33°C
-18°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

June September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,750 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Elazığ Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCA
IATA Code: EZS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,927 ft MSL

Location

City: Elazığ
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.597974°
Longitude: 39.283480°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Elazığ Airport

Overview

Elazığ Airport serves the eastern Turkish city of Elazığ, providing medium-sized airport capabilities at an elevation of 2,927 feet MSL. The airport supports regional and domestic air transportation in a strategically important mountainous region of Turkey. Its two substantial concrete and asphalt runways enable diverse aircraft operations in this geographical area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 72.6% of recorded periods allowing visual flight rules. The airport experiences mild wind conditions, with a prevailing southwest wind at 225° and an average speed of 6 knots. Temperature ranges from -18°C to 33°C, presenting potential seasonal operational considerations for pilots, with September, October, and December offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 38.597974, 39.283480, Elazığ Airport is situated in a terrain characterized by significant elevation. Both runways (07/25 and 13/31) measure 9,843 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility. The airport's high elevation and regional topography suggest potential terrain-related wind and approach challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Wind data indicates both runways have 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components (2.5kt for 07/25, 4.4kt for 13/31). Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions, with rare instances of challenging winds. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence (1.2%), supporting consistent approach and landing opportunities.

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.