Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport

LTAR / VAS

Sivas, TR

Last Updated
May 14, 22:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
22:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
9 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAR 142250Z 21009KT 9999 BKN035 BKN080 07/06 Q1006 RESHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,239 ft
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,739 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,239 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sivas Nuri Demirağ 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 south-southwest (210°) at 9 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 9 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Patches Fog. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Light Showers Rain, Patches Fog between 03:00Z and 06:00Z.

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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
831 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,239 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,457 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,754 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTAR 141940Z 1421/1506 20008KT 9999 BKN035 BKN080 TEMPO 1421/1424 -SHRA TEMPO 1500/1503 3500 -SHRA PROB40 TEMPO 1503/1506 1200 -SHRA BCFG SCT005 BKN025 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 3.5 km
Light Showers Rain
03:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+4h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.2 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Patches Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAR
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
12,503 ft 148 ft CON 18°
8.5 kt 3.1 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 - LTAR

6,490 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.2%
MVFR
19.3%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
16.2%

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 2.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.4%
NE
2.1%
E
11.3%
SE
20%
S
19.7%
SW
8.6%
W
10.5%
NW
10%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.7°C
Range: -24°C to 25°C
-24°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.7%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,490 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAR
IATA Code: VAS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,239 ft MSL

Location

City: Sivas
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.813801°
Longitude: 36.903500°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 12,503 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport

Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport (LTAR/VAS) is located in Sivas, TR at an elevation of 5,239 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 12,503 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 57.2% of the time based on 6,490 observations, LTAR requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 23.5% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 11.7% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTAR come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 9.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 35 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.4%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 01/19 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are October, September, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -24°C (-11°F) to 25°C (77°F), averaging 2.7°C (37°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 10 to 10.26 inHg (339-347 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 6,490 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.