Süleyman Demirel International Airport

LTFC / ISE

Isparta, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
16:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
6 kt
70°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFC 041620Z 07006KT CAVOK 06/M05 Q1025 RMK RWY23 08010KT SKC
QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
931 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,835 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,483 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,083 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTFC 041040Z 0412/0512 04008KT CAVOK BECMG 0506/0509 24010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFC
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
9,843 ft 148 ft CON 49°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTFC

13,892 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.5%
MVFR
9.2%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
1%

Süleyman Demirel International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.1 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 March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
31.7%
NE
13.2%
E
6.1%
SE
2.8%
S
10.4%
SW
9.1%
W
5.2%
NW
18.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -10°C to 33°C
-10°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 13,892 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.