Tuzla International Airport

LQTZ / TZL

Dubrave Gornje, BA

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
12 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LQTZ 221700Z 30012KT 9999 SCT055 10/05 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 784 ft
SCT 5,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,284 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tuzla International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 12 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 5,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Mist, Fog. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 21:00Z and 07:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 01:00Z and 06:00Z.

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 LQTZ 221100Z 2212/2312 27005KT 9999 SCT050 TX15/2312Z TN01/2304Z PROB40 TEMPO 2212/2216 03012KT 5000 SHRA SCT010 FEW030TCU BKN040 TEMPO 2221/2307 2000 BR PROB30 TEMPO 2301/2306 0400 FG BKN002 TEMPO 2307/2312 33010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
21:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist
01:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+8h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.4 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QTZ
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,152 ft 148 ft ASP 96°
10.4 kt 6.0 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 - LQTZ

9,949 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.5%
MVFR
18%
IFR
13.8%
LIFR
14.7%

Tuzla International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 16.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.1%
NE
4.6%
E
17.4%
SE
12.5%
S
3%
SW
2%
W
22.5%
NW
16%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -16°C to 31°C
-16°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.3%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,949 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tuzla International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LQTZ
IATA Code: TZL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 784 ft MSL

Location

City: Dubrave Gornje
Country: BA
Latitude: 44.458698°
Longitude: 18.724800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,152 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tuzla International Airport

Overview

Tuzla International Airport serves the northeastern region of Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Dubrave Gornje at an elevation of 784 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations, strategically positioned at coordinates 44.458698, 18.724800.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tuzla International vary significantly, with VFR conditions present 45.3% of the time and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) occurring 36.6% of observations. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 31°C, with an average of 6.5°C, and prevailing westerly winds at 4.2 knots, occasionally reaching 19 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 09/27 extends 8,152 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium to large aircraft. Winds are predominantly from the west (270°), with calm conditions 18.3% of the time, and an average crosswind of just 1.9 knots on the primary runway.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions, with high visibility and stable weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential fog (13.2% of observations) and be prepared for instrument conditions, particularly during winter and early spring months.

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

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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.