Selçuk Efes Airport

LTFB / IZM

Selçuk, TR

Last Updated
May 15, 04:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
04:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFB 150450Z VRB01KT CAVOK 16/13 Q1008

Weather Briefing

VFR

Selçuk Efes 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 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTFB 150140Z 1503/1512 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 1506/1509 SCT025 BECMG 1509/1512 26012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
09:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 260° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFB
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 5,151 ft 98 ft CON 89° 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 - LTFB

1,967 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.4%
MVFR
17.2%
IFR
2.7%
LIFR
0.7%

Selçuk Efes Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 6.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.3%
NE
15.1%
E
19.2%
SE
10.7%
S
1.9%
SW
11.5%
W
25.1%
NW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17°C
Range: -4°C to 34°C
-4°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 1,967 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Selçuk Efes Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTFB
IATA Code: IZM
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: Selçuk
Country: TR
Latitude: 37.950699°
Longitude: 27.329000°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,151 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Selçuk Efes Airport

Selçuk Efes Airport (LTFB/IZM) is located in Selçuk, TR at an elevation of 10 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 5,151 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 1,967 weather observations shows LTFB maintains VFR conditions 79.4% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 17.2% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 3.4% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LTFB come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 7.5 knots. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, May, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -4°C (25°F) to 34°C (93°F), averaging 17°C (63°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.9 to 10.22 inHg (335-346 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,967 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.