Rize–Artvin Airport

LTFO / RZV

Rize, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
16:50Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
13 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFO 041650Z 18013KT 9999 -SHRA SCT016 BKN033 07/03 Q1029

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
SCT 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,616 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,316 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTFO 041340Z 0415/0424 22012KT 9999 -SHRA SCT016 BKN033 TEMPO 0415/0418 24015G25KT 3500 SHRA BR BKN008 BKN025 TEMPO 0418/0421 20015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft
Light Showers Rain
18:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 200° 15 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFO
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
9,843 ft 148 ft ASPH
6.5 kt 11.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTFO

3,969 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.7%
MVFR
12.5%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
0.3%

Rize–Artvin Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.6% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 0°C and 26°C with an average of 13.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 10.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.5%
NE
10.5%
E
7%
SE
8.6%
S
37.1%
SW
17.7%
W
4.6%
NW
1.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.1°C
Range: 0°C to 26°C
0°C 26°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,969 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rize–Artvin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTFO
IATA Code: RZV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Rize
Country: TR
Latitude: 41.179766°
Longitude: 40.848802°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Rize–Artvin Airport

Overview

Rize–Artvin Airport serves the northeastern coastal region of Turkey, situated in Rize Province near the Black Sea. Located at a low elevation of 16 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the regional area, supporting both civilian and potential military aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 83.3% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the south (180°) at an average of 6.7 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 33 knots. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 26°C, with an average of 13.9°C, offering generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The single runway (06/24) stretches 9,843 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types. The airport's coastal location suggests potential for complex local terrain interactions and maritime weather influences. Calm wind conditions occur 10.9% of the time, which may impact landing and takeoff planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.9 knots. The best visual flying months are October, November, and September, offering optimal meteorological conditions for flight operations. Pilots should expect consistent southerly winds and prepare accordingly during approach and departure phases.

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.