Tabarka-Aïn Draham International Airport

DTKA / TBJ

Tabarka, TN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
18 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DTKA 041100Z 10018KT 090V160 9999 SCT020 21/10 Q1018 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 230 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,230 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (230 ft)
Pressure Alt
88 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 863 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DTKA 040900Z 0410/0419 15015KT 9999 FEW020 TEMPO 0410/0416 14020G30KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TKA
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
9,416 ft 148 ft ASP 93°
17.7 kt 3.1 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DTKA

3,893 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.4%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0.1%

Tabarka-Aïn Draham International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.3%
NE
1.6%
E
18.7%
SE
10.6%
S
7.7%
SW
8.8%
W
26.2%
NW
16.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.9°C
Range: 4°C to 35°C
4°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,893 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tabarka-Aïn Draham International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DTKA
IATA Code: TBJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 230 ft MSL

Location

City: Tabarka
Country: TN
Latitude: 36.980000°
Longitude: 8.876940°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,416 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tabarka-Aïn Draham International Airport

Overview

Tabarka-Aïn Draham International Airport serves the northern coastal region of Tunisia, situated near the city of Tabarka at an elevation of 230 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport provides aviation infrastructure for the region, positioned at coordinates 36.980000, 8.876940 with a single runway 09/27 measuring 9,416 ft in asphaltic surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport demonstrates highly consistent VFR conditions, with 90.7% of observations reporting visual flight rules and only 9.3% marginal VFR. Prevailing westerly winds average 6.8 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 28 knots and only 2% calm conditions. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 35°C, with a comfortable average of 16.6°C, supporting stable flying environments.

Notable Features

Positioned in northern Tunisia's coastal terrain, the airport's geographic context suggests potential terrain variations and maritime influences. The runway orientation of 09/27 allows for excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of just 3.4 knots, indicating predictable approach characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently favorable approach conditions, particularly during October, September, and December, which represent the best VFR months. The long 9,416 ft runway provides substantial landing and takeoff margins, with predominantly westerly winds that offer reliable wind vector management during aircraft operations.

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.