Elazığ Airport

LTCA / EZS

Elazığ, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
18:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
5 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCA 041850Z 29005KT 260V320 9999 FEW035 SCT100 02/M06 Q1019 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,927 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,427 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,927 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
921 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,927 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,755 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,897 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTCA 041640Z 0418/0503 VRB02KT 9999 SCT035 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCA
07
25 ✈️
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
9,843 ft 148 ft CONC 71°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
13/31 9,843 ft 148 ft ASPH
1.7 kt 4.7 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 - LTCA

4,281 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74%
MVFR
13.1%
IFR
10.3%
LIFR
2.6%

Elazığ Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 3.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.4%
NE
7%
E
16.2%
SE
3.4%
S
5.8%
SW
31.5%
W
24.6%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.6°C
Range: -18°C to 33°C
-18°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,281 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Elazığ Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCA
IATA Code: EZS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,927 ft MSL

Location

City: Elazığ
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.597974°
Longitude: 39.283480°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Elazığ Airport

Overview

Elazığ Airport serves the eastern Turkish city of Elazığ, providing medium-sized airport capabilities at an elevation of 2,927 feet MSL. The airport supports regional and domestic air transportation in a strategically important mountainous region of Turkey. Its two substantial concrete and asphalt runways enable diverse aircraft operations in this geographical area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 72.6% of recorded periods allowing visual flight rules. The airport experiences mild wind conditions, with a prevailing southwest wind at 225° and an average speed of 6 knots. Temperature ranges from -18°C to 33°C, presenting potential seasonal operational considerations for pilots, with September, October, and December offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 38.597974, 39.283480, Elazığ Airport is situated in a terrain characterized by significant elevation. Both runways (07/25 and 13/31) measure 9,843 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility. The airport's high elevation and regional topography suggest potential terrain-related wind and approach challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Wind data indicates both runways have 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components (2.5kt for 07/25, 4.4kt for 13/31). Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions, with rare instances of challenging winds. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence (1.2%), supporting consistent approach and landing opportunities.

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.