Selçuk Efes Airport

LTFB / IZM

Selçuk, TR

Last Updated
Apr 29, 05:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
05:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
3 kt
70°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFB 290550Z 07003KT 030V110 CAVOK 16/04 Q1016

Weather Briefing

VFR

Selçuk Efes Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

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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TAF LTFB 290440Z 2906/2915 VRB02KT CAVOK TEMPO 2910/2914 27012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
10:00Z TEMPO
+4h
VFR 270° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFB
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
5,151 ft 98 ft CON 89°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTFB

1,815 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.9%
MVFR
18.4%
IFR
3%
LIFR
0.7%

Selçuk Efes Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 6.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.5%
N
6.5%
S
2%
W
24.3%
NE
15.2%
NW
2.8%
SE
11.5%
SW
11.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.8°C
Range: -4°C to 34°C
-4°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 1,815 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Selçuk Efes Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTFB
IATA Code: IZM
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: Selçuk
Country: TR
Latitude: 37.950699°
Longitude: 27.329000°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,151 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Selçuk Efes Airport

Selçuk Efes Airport (LTFB/IZM) is located in Selçuk, TR at an elevation of 10 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 5,151 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 1,815 weather observations shows LTFB maintains VFR conditions 77.9% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 18.4% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 3.7% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTFB come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 7.6 knots. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, September, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -4°C (25°F) to 34°C (93°F), averaging 16.8°C (62°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.9 to 10.22 inHg (335-346 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,815 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.