Süleyman Demirel International Airport

LTFC / ISE

Isparta, TR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
10:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
7 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTFC 041050Z 31007KT 220V360 9999 FEW038 30/09 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,835 ft
FEW 3,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,635 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Süleyman Demirel International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating very dry 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. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 13:00Z and 17:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LTFC 040440Z 0406/0506 34008KT CAVOK BECMG 0407/0410 SCT030 PROB40 TEMPO 0413/0417 VRB15G25KT -TSRA FEW015CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
13:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR VRB 15 kt
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TFC
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,843 ft 148 ft CON 49°
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTFC

25,184 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.2%
MVFR
7.4%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.6%

Süleyman Demirel International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 2%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.8%
N
29.8%
S
9.6%
W
5.2%
NE
12.9%
NW
22.8%
SE
2.5%
SW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.1°C
Range: -10°C to 34°C
-10°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 25,184 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Süleyman Demirel International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTFC
IATA Code: ISE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,835 ft MSL

Location

City: Isparta
Country: TR
Latitude: 37.855400°
Longitude: 30.368401°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Süleyman Demirel International Airport

Overview

Süleyman Demirel International Airport serves the Isparta region in southwestern Turkey, providing medium-sized airport capabilities at an elevation of 2,835 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 37.855400, 30.368401, the airport offers strategic connectivity for regional and domestic aviation operations in this part of Turkey.

Flying Conditions

The airport demonstrates predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 89.3% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 33°C with an average of 9.7°C, creating generally stable flying conditions. Winds predominantly originate from the North (0°) at an average of 6.8 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 32 knots and calm periods occurring 3.3% of the time.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 extends 9,843 feet with a concrete surface, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types. The airport's elevation and geographical positioning suggest potential terrain interactions that pilots should consider during approach and departure planning. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present only 1.9% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 4.7 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should note the relatively stable weather patterns, with minimal Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions occurring in only 1.6% of observations.

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.