Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport

LTFD / EDO

Edremit, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
15:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
12 kt
70°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFD 041550Z 07012KT CAVOK 14/01 Q1026

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTFD 041340Z 0415/0424 07012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFD
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
9,842 ft 147 ft CONCRETE 53°
11.3 kt 4.1 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 - LTFD

3,962 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.5%
MVFR
7.2%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0.1%

Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.7%
NE
26.6%
E
44.9%
SE
3.2%
S
6.8%
SW
6.3%
W
7%
NW
1.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.3°C
Range: -8°C to 35°C
-8°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,962 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTFD
IATA Code: EDO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Edremit
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.554600°
Longitude: 27.013800°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: CONCRETE
ILS: No

About Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport

Overview

Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport serves the Edremit region in western Turkey, situated at a low elevation of 50 feet MSL. The airport operates as a medium-sized facility with a single concrete runway 05/23, measuring 9,842 feet in length. Its geographic location provides strategic access to the northwestern coastal areas of Turkey.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Koca Seyit Airport are predominantly VFR, with 92.4% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The prevailing wind is from the east (090 degrees) at an average of 9.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 35°C, with an average of 14.2°C, indicating significant seasonal temperature variations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (05/23) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Crosswind conditions are minimal, averaging just 3.4 knots. The terrain surrounding the airport is likely relatively flat, consistent with the low elevation and coastal positioning near the Aegean Sea.

Approach Considerations

September, December, and October represent the most favorable months for VFR operations, with optimal weather conditions. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, averaging 10 statute miles with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility. The consistent eastern winds suggest runway 05 and 23 will typically provide straightforward approach and departure scenarios.

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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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.