Samsun-Çarşamba Airport

LTFH / SZF

Samsun, TR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
22:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
13 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFH 042250Z 31013KT 9999 FEW036 24/18 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 18 ft
FEW 3,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,618 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Samsun-Çarşamba Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 13 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (18 ft)
Pressure Alt
116 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,200 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTFH 041940Z 0421/0506 30009KT 9999 SCT036
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFH
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
9,843 ft 148 ft CON 133°
13.0 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 - LTFH

6,867 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.7%
MVFR
25.7%
IFR
6%
LIFR
2.7%

Samsun-Çarşamba Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 12.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.8%
N
13.6%
S
18.4%
W
5.9%
NE
3.2%
NW
17.5%
SE
14.9%
SW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.1°C
Range: -4°C to 30°C
-4°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,867 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Samsun-Çarşamba Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTFH
IATA Code: SZF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 18 ft MSL

Location

City: Samsun
Country: TR
Latitude: 41.253988°
Longitude: 36.567546°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Samsun-Çarşamba Airport

Overview

Samsun-Çarşamba Airport serves the Black Sea region of Turkey, located near the city of Samsun. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway at 18 ft elevation, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the northeastern coastal area of Turkey.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, with MVFR conditions covering an additional 23.2% of observations. Winds are consistently from the south at an average of 6.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots, and calm conditions present 12.2% of the time. Temperature ranges widely from -4°C to 30°C, with an average of 13°C.

Notable Features

Situated at a low elevation of 18 ft MSL, the airport has minimal terrain challenges. The single concrete runway (13/31) spans 9,843 feet, providing ample length for most medium-sized aircraft operations. Prevailing winds strongly favor runway alignment, with 100% wind compatibility for the 13/31 orientation.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect favorable wind conditions with an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. September, January, and October offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrences (2.6% of observations) and no significant low visibility events reported.

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

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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.