Kayseri Erkilet Airport

LTAU / ASR

Kayseri, TR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:38Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
21:38Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
12 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI LTAU 222138Z 28012KT 9999 -SHRA BKN030 BKN090 10/08 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,463 ft
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,463 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,463 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kayseri Erkilet 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 west (280°) at 12 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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 Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 15 knots. 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. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 13:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
897 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,463 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,501 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,732 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTAU 221640Z 2218/2318 23009KT 9999 SCT035 BKN100 TEMPO 2220/2224 -SHRA FEW010 BKN030 BKN080 TEMPO 2300/2304 -SHRA BKN030 BKN080 BECMG 2307/2310 23015G25KT BECMG 2312/2314 VRB02KT TEMPO 2313/2317 -SHRA FEW030CB BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+3h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
07:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 230° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAU
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
9,841 ft 145 ft CON 76°
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 - LTAU

18,805 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.4%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
1.1%

Kayseri Erkilet Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 17.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.2%
NE
23.5%
E
16.4%
SE
5.1%
S
5.1%
SW
1.9%
W
17%
NW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.3°C
Range: -18°C to 29°C
-18°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 18,805 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kayseri Erkilet Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAU
IATA Code: ASR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,463 ft MSL

Location

City: Kayseri
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.770401°
Longitude: 35.495399°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,841 ft
Width: 145 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Kayseri Erkilet Airport

Overview

Kayseri Erkilet Airport serves the central Anatolian region of Turkey, located at an elevation of 3,463 feet MSL near the city of Kayseri. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial 9,841-foot concrete runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional commercial and potential military operations in this strategically positioned area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 68.8% of observations showing good visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at an average of 5.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 20.1% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -18°C to 29°C, with an average of 6.5°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

Situated at a moderate elevation of 3,463 feet, Kayseri Erkilet Airport's terrain requires careful altitude management during approach and departure. The single runway (07/25) is well-aligned with prevailing winds, with 100% wind favorability and an average crosswind component of only 2.7 knots, providing consistent and predictable landing conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. With minimal low visibility events (only 1.3% fog occurrences) and typically excellent 10SM visibility, pilots can expect reliable approach conditions. The runway's substantial 9,841-foot length provides ample landing and takeoff performance for most aircraft types operating in this region.

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.