Iğdır Airport

LTCT / IGD

Iğdır, TR

Last Updated
Jun 17, 10:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
10:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
4 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCT 171050Z 09004KT 050V140 9999 FEW035 BKN070 29/12 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,101 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,601 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,101 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Iğdır Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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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Raw TAF
TAF LTCT 170740Z 1709/1718 VRB02KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCT
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
9,843 ft 148 ft Concrete 120°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCT

6,402 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.4%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
1%

Iğdır Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 3.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.5%
N
5.2%
S
5.9%
W
26.1%
NE
3.1%
NW
14.2%
SE
4.5%
SW
29.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.1°C
Range: -14°C to 33°C
-14°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

September June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,402 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Iğdır Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCT
IATA Code: IGD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,101 ft MSL

Location

City: Iğdır
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.976627°
Longitude: 43.876648°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Concrete
ILS: No

About Iğdır Airport

Overview

Iğdır Airport serves the eastern Turkish province of Iğdır, strategically located near Armenia's border at an elevation of 3101 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical regional connectivity in a geographically challenging area of northeastern Turkey, supporting both civilian and potential military aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Iğdır Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 70.5% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly southwestern winds averaging 6.1 knots, with temperature ranges extending from -14°C to 33°C. The most favorable VFR flying months are September, October, and November, offering consistently stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single concrete runway (12/30) spans 9,843 feet, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Its high-altitude location at 3101 feet MSL presents potential performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during temperature extremes. The surrounding terrain likely includes challenging mountainous landscapes typical of eastern Anatolia.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of just 3.9 knots. Pilots should anticipate calm conditions 4.5% of the time, with maximum recorded wind speeds reaching 28 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence.

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.