Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

LTAZ / NAV

Nevşehir, TR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
17:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
6 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAZ 221720Z 19006KT 9999 BKN035 BKN080 16/05 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,100 ft
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,600 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,100 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nevşehir Kapadokya 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 south (190°) at 6 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 20 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 17:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 04:00Z.

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 LTAZ 221040Z 2212/2312 22014KT 9999 SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 2217/2220 VRB20G30KT -TSRA FEW025CB BKN035 BECMG 2220/2222 VRB02KT TEMPO 2220/2224 -SHRA FEW010 BKN030 BKN080 TEMPO 2300/2304 -SHRA FEW010 BKN030 BKN080 BECMG 2305/2308 23015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
20:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR VRB 2 kt
20:00Z TEMPO
+3h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
00:00Z TEMPO
+7h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAZ
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
9,842 ft 148 ft CON 117°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTAZ

18,305 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.2%
MVFR
10.8%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.6%

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 58 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 58 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.5%
NE
3.7%
E
19.3%
SE
26.5%
S
7.8%
SW
12.6%
W
16.3%
NW
6.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.8°C
Range: -16°C to 31°C
-16°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 18,305 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAZ
IATA Code: NAV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,100 ft MSL

Location

City: Nevşehir
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.771900°
Longitude: 34.534500°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (LTAZ/NAV) is located in Nevşehir, TR at an elevation of 3,100 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (11/29), with the longest at 9,842 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 18,305 weather observations, LTAZ experiences excellent VFR conditions 87.2% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTAZ come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 7.2 knots and recorded gusts up to 58 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.6%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 11/29 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, October, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -16°C (3°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 7.8°C (46°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.94 to 10.33 inHg (337-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 18,305 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.