Trabzon International Airport

LTCG / TZX

Trabzon, TR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 07:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
07:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCG 230750Z 00000KT 9999 BKN011 BKN025 10/09 Q1013 RESHRA NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 104 ft
BKN 1,100 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,204 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,604 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Trabzon International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 11:00Z and 13:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Mist between 13:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (104 ft)
Pressure Alt
112 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -463 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTCG 230440Z 2306/2406 VRB02KT 4500 -SHRA BR BKN004 BKN028 BECMG 2306/2309 9999 NSW BKN011 BKN028 BECMG 2310/2313 BKN006 BKN025 TEMPO 2311/2313 33012KT TEMPO 2313/2316 2500 SHRA BR BKN003 BKN025 BECMG 2316/2319 SCT011 BKN028
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:14Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 4.5 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
10:00Z BECMG
+2h
IFR
Ceiling: 600 ft
11:00Z TEMPO
+3h
VFR 330° 12 kt
13:00Z TEMPO
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Showers Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCG
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 8,661 ft 148 ft ASP 112°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
112° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCG

18,971 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.7%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
10.4%
LIFR
3.4%

Trabzon International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 29°C with an average of 12.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 4.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
1.7%
E
18%
SE
7.3%
S
15.8%
SW
22.1%
W
14.2%
NW
12.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.7°C
Range: 1°C to 29°C
1°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

October November April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 18,971 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Trabzon International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCG
IATA Code: TZX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 104 ft MSL

Location

City: Trabzon
Country: TR
Latitude: 40.995098°
Longitude: 39.789700°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,661 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Trabzon International Airport

Overview

Trabzon International Airport serves the northeastern coastal region of Turkey, located in the city of Trabzon at an elevation of 104 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-level commercial and regional aviation operations, providing critical air transportation infrastructure for the Black Sea coastal area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LTCG are predominantly favorable for flight operations, with VFR conditions present 80.5% of the time. The airport experiences a mild climate with temperatures ranging from 1°C to 29°C and an average of 14.3°C, which generally supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 8,661 feet with an asphalt surface, oriented to accommodate the prevailing southwest winds. The wind patterns are characterized by a southwest flow at 225 degrees, with an average speed of 6.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 27 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of only 4.1 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of September, October, and November.

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.