Iğdır Airport

LTCT / IGD

Iğdır, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
21:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
13 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCT 042150Z 25013KT 9999 FEW040 BKN100 01/M06 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,101 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,101 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,101 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTCT 041940Z 0421/0506 24012KT 9999 FEW040 BKN100 BECMG 0422/0424 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCT
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
9,843 ft 148 ft Concrete 120°
8.4 kt 10.0 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCT

3,965 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.3%
MVFR
21.4%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
1.6%

Iğdır Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°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: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.9%
NE
2.6%
E
8.1%
SE
4.2%
S
5.7%
SW
34%
W
25.3%
NW
11.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.5°C
Range: -14°C to 33°C
-14°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 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,965 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Iğdır Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCT
IATA Code: IGD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,101 ft MSL

Location

City: Iğdır
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.976627°
Longitude: 43.876648°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Concrete
ILS: No

About Iğdır Airport

Overview

Iğdır Airport serves the eastern Turkish province of Iğdır, strategically located near Armenia's border at an elevation of 3101 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical regional connectivity in a geographically challenging area of northeastern Turkey, supporting both civilian and potential military aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Iğdır Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 70.5% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly southwestern winds averaging 6.1 knots, with temperature ranges extending from -14°C to 33°C. The most favorable VFR flying months are September, October, and November, offering consistently stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single concrete runway (12/30) spans 9,843 feet, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Its high-altitude location at 3101 feet MSL presents potential performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during temperature extremes. The surrounding terrain likely includes challenging mountainous landscapes typical of eastern Anatolia.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of just 3.9 knots. Pilots should anticipate calm conditions 4.5% of the time, with maximum recorded wind speeds reaching 28 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence.

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.