Ağrı Airport

LTCO / AJI

Ağrı, TR

Last Updated
May 15, 03:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
03:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
4 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCO 150350Z 03004KT 350V080 9999 SCT035 BKN070 09/07 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,462 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,962 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,462 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ağrı Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
827 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,462 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,590 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,181 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTCO 150140Z 1503/1512 VRB02KT 9999 SCT035 BKN070 PROB40 TEMPO 1506/1509 20012KT -TSRA FEW025CB BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
06:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR 200° 12 kt
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCO
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 165°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCO

2,834 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.3%
MVFR
14.6%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
10.8%

Ağrı Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.5%
NE
6.7%
E
15.1%
SE
5.4%
S
9.7%
SW
28.5%
W
8.4%
NW
11.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.9°C
Range: -27°C to 28°C
-27°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 2,834 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ağrı Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCO
IATA Code: AJI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,462 ft MSL

Location

City: Ağrı
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.655642°
Longitude: 43.025742°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ağrı Airport

Overview

Ağrı Airport serves the eastern Turkish province of Ağrı, situated at a high elevation of 5,462 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport is located at coordinates 39.655642, 43.025742, providing critical aviation infrastructure in a challenging mountainous region of Turkey.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate highly variable conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 69.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 28°C, with an average of 5°C, suggesting significant seasonal temperature variations. Pilots can expect predominantly southwest winds averaging 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 21 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (16/34) extending 9,843 feet with an asphalt surface. Its high elevation and mountainous surrounding terrain require careful navigation and performance calculations. The wind statistics show a consistent southwest prevailing wind direction, which pilots must consider during approach and departure planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 5.5 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, with fog occurring in 7.5% of observations and an average visibility of 10 statute miles.

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.