Batman Airport

LTCJ / BAL

Batman, TR

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
03:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCJ 050320Z VRB01KT CAVOK 23/15 Q1004 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 11:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
943 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,822 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,100 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,497 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTCJ 042240Z 0500/0524 VRB02KT CAVOK TEMPO 0511/0515 24012G22KT TEMPO 0515/0518 28012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
11:00Z TEMPO
+8h
VFR 240° 12 kt
15:00Z TEMPO
+12h
VFR 280° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCJ
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 26° 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 - LTCJ

25,526 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.2%
MVFR
7%
IFR
4.8%
LIFR
6.1%

Batman Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, July, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 9.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.1%
N
20.9%
S
11.4%
W
9.2%
NE
19.7%
NW
3.2%
SE
5.3%
SW
15.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 13°C
Range: -16°C to 41°C
-16°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.4%

Best Months for VFR

June July September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 25,526 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Batman Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCJ
IATA Code: BAL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,822 ft MSL

Location

City: Batman
Country: TR
Latitude: 37.929001°
Longitude: 41.116600°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Batman Airport

Overview

Batman Airport serves the southeastern region of Turkey, located in the Batman province near the city of Batman. As a medium-sized airport situated at 1822 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this southeastern Anatolian region. The airport handles both civilian and potential regional commercial traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Batman Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing in 69.8% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -16°C to 36°C, with an average of 10.3°C, presenting potential temperature-related operational considerations. Pilots can expect northerly winds averaging 4.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots and calm conditions 13.8% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 02/20 is a substantial 10,000 feet of asphalt surface, providing ample landing and takeoff capability. Its geographic location at coordinates 37.929001, 41.116600 places it in a region with potentially complex terrain and meteorological transitions. Fog occurs in 20.7% of observations, which could impact visibility and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.1 knots. September, October, and December represent the best months for visual flight conditions, with the most stable weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, as IFR and LIFR conditions combine for approximately 21.1% 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

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.