Kasteli Airport

LGTL

Crete Island, GR

Last Updated
May 14, 12:20Z

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Currently using: LGIR
Weather Source: Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (LGIR)
Distance: 11nm / 21km from LGTL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
19 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGIR 141220Z 30019KT 9999 FEW020 24/15 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,180 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,180 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kasteli Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 19 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 19-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
968 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,180 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,368 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,731 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LGIR 141100Z 1412/1512 31016KT 9999 FEW020 TEMPO 1412/1418 31017G27KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 16 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GTL
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
8,881 ft 164 ft ASP 20°
3.3 kt 18.7 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kasteli Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGTL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,180 ft MSL

Location

City: Crete Island
Country: GR
Latitude: 35.192001°
Longitude: 25.327000°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,881 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kasteli Airport

Kasteli Airport (LGTL) is located in Crete Island, GR at an elevation of 1,180 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 8,881 feet.

Airport Overview

Kasteli Airport serves Crete Island in GR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (02/20) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 8,881 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from LGTL, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.