Trabzon International Airport

LTCG / TZX

Trabzon, TR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 11:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
11:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
6 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCG 041120Z 34006KT 300V020 9999 SCT035 27/21 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 104 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,604 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Trabzon International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 6 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (104 ft)
Pressure Alt
232 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,697 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTCG 040440Z 0406/0506 VRB02KT 9999 SCT035 BKN100 BECMG 0406/0410 30012KT BKN035 TEMPO 0410/0414 -TSRA SCT012 FEW020CB BKN028 BECMG 0412/0416 VRB02KT BECMG 0417/0421 22012KT SCT035 BECMG 0505/0506 30012KT BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR VRB 2 kt
17:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 220° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCG
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
8,661 ft 148 ft ASP 112°
3.9 kt 4.6 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 - LTCG

25,860 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.5%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
3.5%

Trabzon International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 29°C with an average of 14.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 6.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
20%
N
5.3%
S
13.3%
W
12.8%
NE
1.9%
NW
13.8%
SE
7.5%
SW
19.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.1°C
Range: 1°C to 29°C
1°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

July June October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 25,860 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Trabzon International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCG
IATA Code: TZX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 104 ft MSL

Location

City: Trabzon
Country: TR
Latitude: 40.995098°
Longitude: 39.789700°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,661 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Trabzon International Airport

Overview

Trabzon International Airport serves the northeastern coastal region of Turkey, located in the city of Trabzon at an elevation of 104 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-level commercial and regional aviation operations, providing critical air transportation infrastructure for the Black Sea coastal area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LTCG are predominantly favorable for flight operations, with VFR conditions present 80.5% of the time. The airport experiences a mild climate with temperatures ranging from 1°C to 29°C and an average of 14.3°C, which generally supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 8,661 feet with an asphalt surface, oriented to accommodate the prevailing southwest winds. The wind patterns are characterized by a southwest flow at 225 degrees, with an average speed of 6.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 27 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of only 4.1 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of September, October, and November.

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.