Etimesgut Air Base

LTAD / ANK

Ankara, TR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 01:50Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Turkish Air Force installation. Civil access is restricted.

Access Notes:

Military fields restricted

Consult official AIP (Turkey AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
01:50Z
🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
290°
--
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAD 040150Z 29006KT CAVOK 20/10 Q1013 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Etimesgut Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 6 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
925 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,653 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,661 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,898 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTAD 032240Z 0400/0409 VRB02KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
TAD
11L
29R ✈️
11R
29L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11L/29R
Active: 29R
 9,045 ft 138 ft ASP 113°
↑ 6.0 kt • ↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 11R/29L
Active: 29L
 4,951 ft 148 ft ASP 113°
↑ 6.0 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 - LTAD

211 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.3%
MVFR
5.2%
IFR
8.5%
LIFR
0.9%

Etimesgut Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, July, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.9%
N
5.4%
S
6.6%
W
24.7%
NE
11.4%
NW
7.2%
SE
10.2%
SW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.5°C
Range: -5°C to 35°C
-5°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

March July September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11L/29R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 11R/29L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 211 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Etimesgut Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAD
IATA Code: ANK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,653 ft MSL

Location

City: Ankara
Country: TR
Latitude: 39.949799°
Longitude: 32.688599°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 11L/29R
Length: 9,045 ft
Width: 138 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11R/29L
Length: 4,951 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
290°@6kt
Density Alt
2653ft, 20°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Etimesgut Air Base

Etimesgut Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the TR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Etimesgut Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Ankara, Turkey, serving as a strategic military aviation facility. Situated at an elevation of 2,653 feet mean sea level, the airport plays a significant role in Turkey's air defense and military aviation infrastructure. Its geographic positioning in the capital region makes it a critical operational base for Turkish Air Force activities.

Flying Conditions

Located in central Turkey, Etimesgut experiences continental climate characteristics with potential significant temperature and wind variations throughout the year. The airport's elevation at 2,653 feet MSL suggests potential density altitude considerations, particularly during warmer summer months. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and wind shifts typical of inland plateau environments.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial asphalt runways: 11L/29R measuring 9,045 feet and 11R/29L measuring 4,951 feet. The parallel runway configuration provides operational flexibility and allows for different wind conditions and approach scenarios. Its location in the Ankara region means surrounding terrain is predominantly plateau, with relatively consistent ground elevation.

Approach Considerations

With runways oriented approximately 110/290 degrees, approach and departure procedures will be influenced by prevailing winds in this direction. The longer 9,045-foot runway (11L/29R) provides extensive landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway length when planning arrivals and departures at Etimesgut Air Base.

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.

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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.