Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport

LTFG / GZP

Gazipaşa, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
8 kt
230°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFG 040950Z 23008KT 210V280 CAVOK 17/08 Q1020

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTFG 040740Z 0409/0418 24010KT CAVOK BECMG 0415/0418 11008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 110° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFG
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
7,710 ft 148 ft CONC 77°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTFG

3,963 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.3%
MVFR
5.8%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.1%

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 32°C with an average of 16.9°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 148.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.8%
NE
10.4%
E
30.5%
SE
26.5%
S
3.9%
SW
11.3%
W
11.1%
NW
1.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.9°C
Range: 4°C to 32°C
4°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 148.6%

Best Months for VFR

March September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,963 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTFG
IATA Code: GZP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 92 ft MSL

Location

City: Gazipaşa
Country: TR
Latitude: 36.299217°
Longitude: 32.300598°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,710 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport

Overview

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport serves the Mediterranean coastal region of southern Turkey, located in Gazipaşa district. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Antalya province, supporting regional tourism and commercial aviation at 92 feet mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport, it offers strategic connectivity for both domestic and international flights.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 96.8% of observed weather periods supporting visual flight rules. Prevailing winds from the east (90 degrees) average 6.3 knots, with occasional maximum gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature variations range from 4°C to 32°C, with an average of 17.9°C, providing relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The single concrete runway (08/26) measures 7,710 feet in length, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Geographic positioning near the Mediterranean coastline suggests potential for variable terrain-influenced wind patterns. The airport's location at a low elevation of 92 feet MSL indicates minimal altitude-related performance considerations for arriving and departing aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of only 3.2 knots. September, November, and December represent the best months for consistent VFR flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visual conditions.

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.