Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport

LTAR / VAS

Sivas, TR

Last Updated
Jun 27, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
14 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAR 270850Z 01014KT 340V040 9999 BKN030 18/08 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,239 ft
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,239 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 14 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 LTAR 270440Z 2706/2715 36015KT 9999 SCT035 TEMPO 2710/2714 36018G28KT BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR 360° 18 kt
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAR
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
12,503 ft 148 ft CON 18°
14.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTAR

7,583 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.4%
MVFR
18.2%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
14%

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are June, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.2%
NE
2.2%
E
10.6%
SE
18.3%
S
17.8%
SW
8.4%
W
10.2%
NW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.1°C
Range: -24°C to 25°C
-24°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.4%

Best Months for VFR

June October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,583 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAR
IATA Code: VAS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,239 ft MSL

Location

City: Sivas
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.813801°
Longitude: 36.903500°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 12,503 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport (LTAR/VAS) is located in Sivas, TR at an elevation of 5,239 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 12,503 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 61.4% of the time based on 7,583 observations, LTAR requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 20.3% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 10.4% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTAR come from the N (0°) with an average speed of 8.9 knots and recorded gusts up to 35 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.5%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 01/19 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are June, October, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -24°C (-11°F) to 25°C (77°F), averaging 4.1°C (39°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 10 to 10.26 inHg (339-347 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 7,583 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.