Çanakkale Airport

LTBH / CKZ

Çanakkale, TR

Last Updated
Jul 5, 00:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
00:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
10 kt
40°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTBH 050050Z 04010KT CAVOK 21/18 Q1013

Weather Briefing

VFR

Çanakkale Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 10 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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 LTBH 042240Z 0500/0509 03012KT 9999 FEW040 BECMG 0506/0509 CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBH
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
7,710 ft 148 ft CON 41°
10.0 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 - LTBH

6,807 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94%
MVFR
5.1%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.1%

Çanakkale Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, July, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.9%
N
21.7%
S
11.8%
W
0.9%
NE
51.9%
NW
1%
SE
2.1%
SW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.2°C
Range: -4°C to 34°C
-4°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

June July September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,807 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Çanakkale Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTBH
IATA Code: CKZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 23 ft MSL

Location

City: Çanakkale
Country: TR
Latitude: 40.137699°
Longitude: 26.426800°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,710 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Çanakkale Airport

Overview

Çanakkale Airport serves the northwestern Turkish region near the historic Gallipoli peninsula, strategically located between the Aegean Sea and the Sea of Marmara. The medium-sized airport operates with a single runway 04/22 measuring 7,710 feet in length, situated at 23 feet mean sea level elevation. Its geographic position makes it important for regional transportation and potential military/civilian operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Çanakkale Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 94% of observations supporting VFR operations. The prevailing wind comes from the northeast at an average of 8.7 knots, with temperature ranges from -4°C to 32°C and an average of 13.8°C. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions for runway 04/22 and an average crosswind of only 2.8 knots. Its low elevation of 23 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain challenges, and the coastal location near the Dardanelles strait likely introduces potential maritime meteorological influences on local weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect highly predictable approach conditions, with September, December, and October presenting the most consistently favorable weather. The runway's orientation and low crosswind statistics suggest straightforward landing and takeoff procedures. The statistically rare occurrence of instrument meteorological conditions (less than 1% IFR/LIFR) indicates generally reliable visual navigation opportunities.

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.