Tokat Airport

LTAW / TJK

Tokat, TR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 17:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
17:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
12 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAW 041750Z 35012KT 9999 FEW040 23/15 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,859 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,859 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tokat Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 10.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 12 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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 LTAW 050140Z 0503/0512 VRB02KT 9999 BKN033 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAW
04
22
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 5,298 ft 98 ft ASP 49°
6.2 kt 10.3 kt
59° angle
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
8,858 ft 148 ft CONC
4.1 kt 11.3 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 - LTAW

3,691 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.5%
MVFR
15.1%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
4.2%

Tokat Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 4.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.7%
N
17.7%
S
18.3%
W
5.2%
NE
19%
NW
3.2%
SE
4%
SW
19.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.7°C
Range: -14°C to 34°C
-14°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt
Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,691 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tokat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAW
IATA Code: TJK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,859 ft MSL

Location

City: Tokat
Country: TR
Latitude: 40.324720°
Longitude: 36.390560°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,298 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Tokat Airport

Overview

Tokat Airport serves the Tokat region in northern Turkey, positioned at an elevation of 1,859 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, offering both asphalt and concrete runway surfaces. The airport's strategic location and dual runway configuration support a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tokat Airport demonstrate significant VFR opportunities, with 60.9% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. Prevailing winds from the southwest (225°) average 5 knots, with occasional peaks up to 16 knots. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 31°C, creating diverse seasonal flying environments that pilots must carefully prepare for.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways with substantial lengths: Runway 04/22 at 5,298 feet and Runway 06/24 extending 8,858 feet. Both runways exhibit minimal average crosswind conditions (2-2.4 knots), providing consistent and predictable landing and takeoff opportunities. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning contribute to its relatively stable wind and visibility characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence (6.4% of observations). September, October, and December offer the most consistent VFR conditions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, allowing flexible approach and departure options based on current meteorological conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.