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Weather Briefing
VFRAmasya Merzifon Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 15 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 16:00Z and 20:00Z.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
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9,600 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 54° |
↑ 14.8 kt
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↔ 2.6 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - LTAP
6,366 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Amasya Merzifon Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.
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Statistics computed from 6,366 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Amasya Merzifon Airport
Amasya Merzifon Airport (LTAP/MZH) is located in Amasya, TR at an elevation of 1,758 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 9,600 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 6,366 weather observations shows LTAP maintains VFR conditions 83.4% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 8.3% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 8.3% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at LTAP come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 6.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 28 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (29.1% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, October, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -15°C (5°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 8.1°C (47°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 0.3 to 10.33 inHg (10-350 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 6,366 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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