Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport

LTBU / TEQ

Çorlu, TR

Last Updated
May 15, 06:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
160°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTBU 150650Z 16005KT 120V190 CAVOK 16/08 Q1009

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 5 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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 LTBU 150440Z 1506/1606 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 1506/1508 17012KT BECMG 1508/1511 SCT035 BECMG 1512/1515 CAVOK BECMG 1515/1518 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
08:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBU
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
9,844 ft 148 ft CON 49°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTBU

20,938 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.4%
MVFR
18.7%
IFR
7.5%
LIFR
2.5%

Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.2%
NE
28.8%
E
6.6%
SE
7.6%
S
11.2%
SW
5.5%
W
5.9%
NW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.5°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

September May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 20,938 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTBU
IATA Code: TEQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 574 ft MSL

Location

City: Çorlu
Country: TR
Latitude: 41.138199°
Longitude: 27.919100°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,844 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport

Overview

Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport serves the Çorlu region in northwestern Turkey, strategically located near Istanbul. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 574 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Tekirdağ province, supporting regional and potentially military operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Çorlu Airport are predominantly favorable for flying, with VFR conditions present 75.6% of the time. Pilots can expect a moderate wind environment with prevailing northerly winds averaging 8.8 knots, and temperature ranges from -6°C to 30°C. September through November offer the most consistent and stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single substantial concrete runway (04/22) measuring 9,844 feet in length, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Its geographic position at 41.138199, 27.919100 places it in a region with relatively predictable wind patterns, with wind direction consistently originating from the north.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 presents optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 4.2 knots. Pilots should anticipate minimal wind-related approach challenges, particularly during the airport's most stable weather months of September, October, and November.

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.