Süleyman Demirel International Airport

LTFC / ISE

Isparta, TR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 08:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
08:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
15 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFC 230820Z 22015KT 9999 BKN035 15/05 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,835 ft
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,335 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Süleyman Demirel International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 15 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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, Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 20 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTFC 230440Z 2306/2406 22009KT 9999 SCT035 BECMG 2309/2311 33015KT -SHRA FEW020CB BKN030 TEMPO 2312/2316 VRB20G30KT 4000 TSRA BECMG 2316/2319 04008KT BKN035 TEMPO 2318/2322 2000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR 330° 15 kt
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
12:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR VRB 20 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Thunderstorm Rain
16:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 40° 8 kt
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFC
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,843 ft 148 ft CON 49°
14.8 kt 2.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTFC

18,455 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.5%
MVFR
8.7%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.8%

Süleyman Demirel International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
30%
NE
13.2%
E
6.8%
SE
2.8%
S
10.5%
SW
8.6%
W
5%
NW
20.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C
Range: -10°C to 33°C
-10°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 18,455 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Süleyman Demirel International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTFC
IATA Code: ISE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,835 ft MSL

Location

City: Isparta
Country: TR
Latitude: 37.855400°
Longitude: 30.368401°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Süleyman Demirel International Airport

Overview

Süleyman Demirel International Airport serves the Isparta region in southwestern Turkey, providing medium-sized airport capabilities at an elevation of 2,835 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 37.855400, 30.368401, the airport offers strategic connectivity for regional and domestic aviation operations in this part of Turkey.

Flying Conditions

The airport demonstrates predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 89.3% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 33°C with an average of 9.7°C, creating generally stable flying conditions. Winds predominantly originate from the North (0°) at an average of 6.8 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 32 knots and calm periods occurring 3.3% of the time.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 extends 9,843 feet with a concrete surface, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types. The airport's elevation and geographical positioning suggest potential terrain interactions that pilots should consider during approach and departure planning. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present only 1.9% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 4.7 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should note the relatively stable weather patterns, with minimal Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions occurring in only 1.6% of observations.

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.