Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

LTAZ / NAV

Nevşehir, TR

Last Updated
Jul 5, 05:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
05:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
5 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAZ 050520Z 25005KT 200V300 9999 FEW040 SCT080 20/11 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,100 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,100 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 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 scattered clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 5 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft, scattered at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture 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. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 7 to 20 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 13:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

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 042240Z 0500/0524 03007KT CAVOK BECMG 0501/0504 SCT040 TEMPO 0509/0512 03015G25KT FEW030CB SCT040 PROB30 TEMPO 0513/0517 02020G30KT -TSRA FEW025CB BKN030 TEMPO 0518/0522 03015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR 30° 15 kt
13:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+8h
MVFR 20° 20 kt
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm 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: 29
9,842 ft 148 ft CON 117°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTAZ

25,241 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89%
MVFR
9.4%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0.5%

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 58 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 58 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.3%
NE
4.2%
E
17.3%
SE
23.2%
S
7.5%
SW
12.9%
W
17.4%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.3°C
Range: -16°C to 35°C
-16°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 25,241 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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 25,241 weather observations, LTAZ experiences excellent VFR conditions 89% 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 7.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 58 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.7%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 11/29 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are July, June, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -16°C (3°F) to 35°C (95°F), averaging 10.3°C (51°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 25,241 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.