Zaqatala International Airport

UBBY / ZTU

Zaqatala, AZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
12 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UBBY 041600Z 10012KT 9999 FEW040CB OVC050 07/03 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,279 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL (CB)
OVC 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,279 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,279 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,279 ft)
Pressure Alt
987 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 334 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UBBY 041359Z 0415/0424 VRB04KT 9999 FEW035CB BKN070 TEMPO 0416/0420 -RA OVC020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBY
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
9,843 ft 148 ft Asphalt
7.7 kt 9.2 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UBBY

3,774 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.8%
MVFR
23.6%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
2.9%

Zaqatala International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 7.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.8%
NE
5.1%
E
27.2%
SE
13.8%
S
11.2%
SW
2.1%
W
7.6%
NW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.1°C
Range: -5°C to 28°C
-5°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,774 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zaqatala International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UBBY
IATA Code: ZTU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,279 ft MSL

Location

City: Zaqatala
Country: AZ
Latitude: 41.557823°
Longitude: 46.669464°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Zaqatala International Airport

Overview

Zaqatala International Airport serves the Zaqatala region in Azerbaijan, positioned at an elevation of 1,279 feet MSL. The airport features a single asphalt runway (15/33) extending 9,843 feet, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations. Its strategic location in northwestern Azerbaijan provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 70.2% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Wind patterns are consistently from the east (90°) at an average of 5.5 knots, with occasional peaks up to 16 knots. Temperature ranges from -5°C to 28°C, with an average of 10°C, suggesting moderate climate variability that typically allows stable flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Crosswind conditions are mild, averaging just 3.1 knots. Geographic positioning near 41.557823N, 46.669464E suggests proximity to varied terrain, likely including mountainous landscape characteristic of northwestern Azerbaijan.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently good visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.1%). September, October, and January represent the most reliable months for VFR conditions. The long 9,843-foot runway provides substantial landing and takeoff margins for most aircraft categories.

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.