Cengiz Topel Airport

LTBQ / KCO

Kartepe, TR

Last Updated
May 15, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTBQ 150950Z VRB06KT 9999 SCT030 20/09 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 182 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,182 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cengiz Topel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 6 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating relatively dry 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.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (182 ft)
Pressure Alt
280 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 924 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF LTBQ 150740Z 1509/1518 VRB02KT 9999 SCT035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
TBQ
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 9,842 ft 98 ft ASP 96° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTBQ

6,423 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53%
MVFR
34.4%
IFR
10.6%
LIFR
2%

Cengiz Topel Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 31.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 31.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
9%
NE
12.9%
E
10%
SE
3.5%
S
4.2%
SW
5.5%
W
17.4%
NW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.5°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

April September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,423 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cengiz Topel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTBQ
IATA Code: KCO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 182 ft MSL

Location

City: Kartepe
Country: TR
Latitude: 40.735001°
Longitude: 30.083300°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cengiz Topel Airport

Overview

Cengiz Topel Airport serves the Kartepe region in Turkey, positioned at an elevation of 182 feet mean sea level. The airport features a single runway (09/27) spanning 9,842 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium airport operations. Its strategic location at coordinates 40.735001, 30.083300 provides aviation access to the surrounding geographical area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Cengiz Topel Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 52.9% of the time. Temperature ranges from -9°C to 32°C, with an average of 11.3°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for diverse thermal conditions. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the west (270°) at an average of 5.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation of 182 feet suggests a relatively low-altitude environment with minimal terrain complexity. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility, and fog occurs in only 5.9% of observations. September, January, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components are minimal at 2.7 knots, providing predictable approach and landing characteristics. Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions, particularly during the airport's most consistent VFR months.

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

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.