Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

LTAZ / NAV

Nevşehir, TR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
11:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
11 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAZ 221120Z 22011KT 180V250 9999 BKN040 19/02 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,100 ft
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,100 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 11 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating very 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. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 15 knots. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 16:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

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 220440Z 2206/2306 VRB02KT 9999 SCT040 SCT100 BECMG 2206/2208 24012KT PROB30 TEMPO 2216/2220 VRB15G25KT -TSRA FEW025CB BKN035 TEMPO 2220/2224 -SHRA FEW010 BKN030 BKN080 BECMG 2300/2302 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
MVFR VRB 15 kt
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
20:00Z TEMPO
+9h
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: 29
9,842 ft 148 ft CON 117°
3.8 kt 10.3 kt
70° 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.