Kastamonu Airport

LTAL / KFS

Kastamonu, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
12:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
8 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAL 041250Z 29008KT 9999 SCT035 05/M05 Q1025

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,520 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,020 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAL
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
7,382 ft 148 ft Asphalt 182°
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTAL

1,576 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.8%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
6%

Kastamonu Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 10.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.9%
NE
16.3%
E
0.7%
SE
1.3%
S
10.9%
SW
29.5%
W
16.3%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -12°C to 28°C
-12°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.2%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 1,576 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kastamonu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAL
IATA Code: KFS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,520 ft MSL

Location

City: Kastamonu
Country: TR
Latitude: 41.314201°
Longitude: 33.795799°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 7,382 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Kastamonu Airport

Overview

Kastamonu Airport serves the northern Turkish city of Kastamonu, positioned at an elevation of 3520 ft MSL. Located at coordinates 41.314201, 33.795799, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, featuring a single 7382ft asphalt runway designated 18/36.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 67.7% of recorded periods supporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperatures range dramatically from -12°C to 28°C, averaging 7.5°C, which can significantly impact aircraft performance. Wind patterns are consistently southwest (225°), with an average speed of 6 knots and maximum gusts reaching 17 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated terrain at 3520 ft MSL suggests potential mountain/plateau influences on local meteorological conditions. Pilots should note a notable calm wind frequency of 15.1%, which might require heightened awareness during low-wind periods. The geographic positioning implies potential terrain-induced wind variability.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind component of only 4.3 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

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
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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.