Erzincan Airport

LTCD / ERC

Erzincan, TR

Last Updated
May 14, 17:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
17:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
7 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCD 141750Z 14007KT 9999 -TSRA FEW035CB SCT040 BKN080 13/10 Q1005 RETS NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,783 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,283 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,783 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,783 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Erzincan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 7 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
879 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,783 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,031 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,699 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTCD 141640Z 1418/1503 10008KT 9999 -SHRA FEW035CB SCT040 BKN080 TEMPO 1418/1422 27012KT -TSRA TEMPO 1422/1502 27012KT -TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:49Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 100° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
22:00Z TEMPO
+4h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCD
11 ✈️
29
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
9,842 ft 148 ft CON 111°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
5,800 ft 137 ft CON 127°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCD

6,035 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.5%
MVFR
9.7%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
1.9%

Erzincan Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 30.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
2.8%
E
11.9%
SE
10.7%
S
4.7%
SW
3.4%
W
23%
NW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.8°C
Range: -18°C to 30°C
-18°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.6%

Best Months for VFR

September April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,035 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Erzincan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCD
IATA Code: ERC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,783 ft MSL

Location

City: Erzincan
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.710201°
Longitude: 39.527000°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,800 ft
Width: 137 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Erzincan Airport

Overview

Erzincan Airport serves the Erzincan region in eastern Turkey, situated at a significant elevation of 3783 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the area, featuring two concrete runways capable of handling various aircraft operations. Its strategic location and substantial runway lengths make it an important regional aviation hub.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Erzincan Airport are predominantly VFR, with 74.3% of observations showing good visual flying conditions. Winds are primarily westerly at an average of 7.1 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature ranges are extensive, spanning from -18°C to 30°C, which can significantly impact aircraft performance and operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 3783 ft MSL introduces potential performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during temperature extremes. Both runways (11/29 and 13/31) offer favorable wind alignments, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind components. The longer runway 11/29 provides 9842 feet of concrete surface, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly westerly winds when planning approaches, with calm conditions occurring 37.5% of the time. September, October, and December offer the most consistent VFR conditions, providing optimal flying environments. The airport demonstrates excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrences at just 6.1% of observations.

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.