Trabzon International Airport

LTCG / TZX

Trabzon, TR

Last Updated
May 14, 23:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
23:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
4 kt
110°
7 km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCG 142320Z 11004KT 050V140 7000 -SHRA SCT009 BKN033 16/15 Q1002 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 104 ft
SCT 900 ft AGL
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,004 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,404 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Trabzon International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,300 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 3300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 20 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 07:00Z and 11:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (104 ft)
Pressure Alt
442 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 587 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTCG 141640Z 1418/1518 VRB02KT 9999 SCT035 BKN100 TEMPO 1418/1422 30015KT -TSRA SCT011 FEW020CB BKN033 BECMG 1422/1502 -SHRA SCT016 BKN033 BECMG 1504/1507 30015G25KT TEMPO 1507/1511 30020G35KT 3500 SHRA SCT011 FEW018CB BKN025 TEMPO 1511/1515 30018G35KT 3500 SHRA SCT008 FEW020CB BKN025 BECMG 1515/1518 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
04:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 300° 15 kt
07:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR 300° 20 kt
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Showers Rain
11:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR 300° 18 kt
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCG
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
8,661 ft 148 ft ASP 112°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCG

20,947 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.2%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
4.2%

Trabzon International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 29°C with an average of 12.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.4%
N
3.9%
S
14.8%
W
13.7%
NE
1.7%
NW
13.1%
SE
7.6%
SW
20.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.7°C
Range: 1°C to 29°C
1°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 20,947 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Trabzon International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCG
IATA Code: TZX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 104 ft MSL

Location

City: Trabzon
Country: TR
Latitude: 40.995098°
Longitude: 39.789700°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,661 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Trabzon International Airport

Overview

Trabzon International Airport serves the northeastern coastal region of Turkey, located in the city of Trabzon at an elevation of 104 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-level commercial and regional aviation operations, providing critical air transportation infrastructure for the Black Sea coastal area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LTCG are predominantly favorable for flight operations, with VFR conditions present 80.5% of the time. The airport experiences a mild climate with temperatures ranging from 1°C to 29°C and an average of 14.3°C, which generally supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 8,661 feet with an asphalt surface, oriented to accommodate the prevailing southwest winds. The wind patterns are characterized by a southwest flow at 225 degrees, with an average speed of 6.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 27 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of only 4.1 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR 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
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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.