Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

LTAZ / NAV

Nevşehir, TR

Last Updated
May 14, 23:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
23:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
8 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAZ 142320Z 21008KT 9999 BKN035 11/08 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,100 ft
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,600 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nevşehir Kapadokya 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 8 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 24 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 VFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 01:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 07:00Z and 10:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTAZ 141640Z 1418/1518 22008KT 9999 FEW025CB BKN030 TEMPO 1418/1421 VRB15G25KT -TSRA BECMG 1421/1424 BKN035 BKN080 TEMPO 1501/1505 -SHRA BECMG 1505/1507 34012KT SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 1507/1510 -SHRA BKN035 BKN080 PROB40 TEMPO 1510/1514 35015G25KT -TSRA FEW027CB BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
01:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Light Showers Rain
05:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 340° 12 kt
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
07:00Z TEMPO
+8h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAZ
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
9,842 ft 148 ft CON 117°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTAZ

20,321 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.9%
MVFR
11.2%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.5%

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 58 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 58 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.6%
N
5.5%
S
7.6%
W
17.4%
NE
3.6%
NW
7.1%
SE
25.6%
SW
12.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.4°C
Range: -16°C to 31°C
-16°C 31°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 20,321 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAZ
IATA Code: NAV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,100 ft MSL

Location

City: Nevşehir
Country: TR
Latitude: 38.771900°
Longitude: 34.534500°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (LTAZ/NAV) is located in Nevşehir, TR at an elevation of 3,100 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (11/29), with the longest at 9,842 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 20,321 weather observations, LTAZ experiences excellent VFR conditions 86.9% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTAZ come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 7.2 knots and recorded gusts up to 58 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.7%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 11/29 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, October, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -16°C (3°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 8.4°C (47°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.94 to 10.33 inHg (337-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 20,321 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.