Batman Airport

LTCJ / BAL

Batman, TR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 07:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
07:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
4 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCJ 230750Z 29004KT 250V330 9999 FEW040 SCT100 19/09 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,822 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,822 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,822 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Batman Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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
953 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,822 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,800 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,717 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTCJ 230440Z 2306/2406 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 2306/2308 FEW040 BKN100 BECMG 2309/2311 21012KT PROB40 TEMPO 2309/2313 -SHRA FEW025CB BKN035 BKN080 BECMG 2317/2319 02007KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 210° 12 kt
09:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
17:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 20° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCJ
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 26°
0.0 kt 4.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCJ

18,745 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.1%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
6.4%
LIFR
8.1%

Batman Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 9.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.7%
NE
19.7%
E
5.5%
SE
6.4%
S
12.4%
SW
15.5%
W
6.9%
NW
2.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.9°C
Range: -16°C to 36°C
-16°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 18,745 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Batman Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCJ
IATA Code: BAL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,822 ft MSL

Location

City: Batman
Country: TR
Latitude: 37.929001°
Longitude: 41.116600°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Batman Airport

Overview

Batman Airport serves the southeastern region of Turkey, located in the Batman province near the city of Batman. As a medium-sized airport situated at 1822 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this southeastern Anatolian region. The airport handles both civilian and potential regional commercial traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Batman Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing in 69.8% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -16°C to 36°C, with an average of 10.3°C, presenting potential temperature-related operational considerations. Pilots can expect northerly winds averaging 4.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots and calm conditions 13.8% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 02/20 is a substantial 10,000 feet of asphalt surface, providing ample landing and takeoff capability. Its geographic location at coordinates 37.929001, 41.116600 places it in a region with potentially complex terrain and meteorological transitions. Fog occurs in 20.7% of observations, which could impact visibility and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.1 knots. September, October, and December represent the best months for visual flight conditions, with the most stable weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, as IFR and LIFR conditions combine for approximately 21.1% of observations.

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.