Cengiz Topel Airport

LTBQ / KCO

Kartepe, TR

Last Updated
Apr 24, 11:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
11:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
8 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTBQ 241150Z 27008KT 190V290 9999 SCT040 19/02 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 182 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,182 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cengiz Topel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 8 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (182 ft)
Pressure Alt
190 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 714 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTBQ 241040Z 2412/2421 28009KT 9999 SCT035 BECMG 2416/2418 CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBQ
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
9,842 ft 98 ft ASP 96°
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTBQ

5,858 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.2%
MVFR
34.7%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
2.1%

Cengiz Topel Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 13.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 31.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 31.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
10%
N
9.2%
S
4.4%
W
17%
NE
12.3%
NW
6.5%
SE
3.6%
SW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.3°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

April September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,858 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cengiz Topel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTBQ
IATA Code: KCO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 182 ft MSL

Location

City: Kartepe
Country: TR
Latitude: 40.735001°
Longitude: 30.083300°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cengiz Topel Airport

Overview

Cengiz Topel Airport serves the Kartepe region in Turkey, positioned at an elevation of 182 feet mean sea level. The airport features a single runway (09/27) spanning 9,842 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium airport operations. Its strategic location at coordinates 40.735001, 30.083300 provides aviation access to the surrounding geographical area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Cengiz Topel Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 52.9% of the time. Temperature ranges from -9°C to 32°C, with an average of 11.3°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for diverse thermal conditions. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the west (270°) at an average of 5.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation of 182 feet suggests a relatively low-altitude environment with minimal terrain complexity. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility, and fog occurs in only 5.9% of observations. September, January, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components are minimal at 2.7 knots, providing predictable approach and landing characteristics. Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions, particularly during the airport's most consistent VFR months.

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.