Batman Airport

LTCJ / BAL

Batman, TR

Last Updated
May 15, 04:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
04:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCJ 150450Z 18005KT 150V220 9999 TS FEW025CB SCT035 BKN080 18/12 Q1006 RETSRA NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,822 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,322 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,322 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,822 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Batman 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 south (180°) at 5 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-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 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 22 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm 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 02:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
945 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,822 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,040 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,837 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD LTCJ 150256Z 1502/1524 VRB02KT 9999 SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 1502/1506 18018G28KT -TSRA FEW025CB BKN035 BKN080 BECMG 1506/1508 24012KT TEMPO 1506/1510 25015G25KT -TSRA FEW025CB BKN035 BKN080 TEMPO 1510/1514 27020G30KT -TSRA FEW025CB BKN035 BKN080 PROB40 TEMPO 1514/1518 28018G28KT -TSRA FEW025CB BKN035 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 240° 12 kt
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR 250° 15 kt
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
10:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR 270° 20 kt
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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
Active: 20
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 26°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCJ

20,884 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.5%
MVFR
8.5%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
7.3%

Batman Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 9.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
21%
NE
20.4%
E
5.5%
SE
6%
S
12%
SW
15.2%
W
7.6%
NW
2.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -16°C to 36°C
-16°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October May

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 20,884 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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
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.