Operating times:
H24
Customs & Immigration:
H24
Runways
1 RWY, 2580m/8464ft 1 Runway, longest: 2580m/8464ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
05/23
Asphalt
Length
2580m
8464ft
8464ft
05/23
Asphalt
Length
2580m/8464ft
2580m/8464ft
Strength
1500/F/A/W/T
PCN
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
AVGAS, Jet A1: Truck · H24
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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↓ 2 kt
→L 2 kt
Wind
10° · 3 kt
Temperature
15°C
Dew point
14°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1015 hPa
Ceiling
2500 BKN
Potential hazards:
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
15/14
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
SCT 1300ft
BKN 2500ft
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Raw remarks
RWY23 01005KT
METAR: 21 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 05 | →L 2 kt | 2 kt ↑ |
| 23 | ←R 2 kt | 2 kt ↓ |
00:00Z → Tomorrow 00:00Z
VFR
[04010KT 9999 SCT026]
40° 10 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 2600ft
00:00Z → 16:00Z
MVFR
[BECMG 04010KT 9999 BKN016]
Becoming (BECMG)
40° 10 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 1600ft
16:00Z → Tomorrow 00:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 04010KT 9999 SCT018 BKN030]
Becoming (BECMG)
40° 10 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 1800ft · Broken (BKN) 3000ft
METAR LTBA 250420Z 01003KT 9999 SCT013 BKN025 15/14 Q1015 RMK RWY23 01005KT TAF LTBA 242240Z 2500/2524 04010KT 9999 SCT026 BECMG 2500/2503 BKN016 BECMG 2516/2519 SCT018 BKN030
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Pilot Comments for LTBA
Knobi
If you’re flying to Istanbul, you want LTBA. Right next to the bridge, right on the water—a great approach. There are now several resources for entry into Turkey; otherwise I’m happy to help. It’s important to get the right handler on board at a sensible price. We use Havas Handling for that. Be sure to book the corresponding AOPA rate. Turkish AOPA will also assist if you get stuck.
When looking at airport charges, be aware there is a Terminal Fee for passing through (!) the GA terminal. This comes from the airport, not the handling agent. It triples for international arrivals/departures but is applied only to the passengers as per the GENDEC. So there is potential to save. AOPA has been trying for some time to get this fee removed for GA, but it seems difficult.
If you’re landing with passengers, request Apron V for parking. Only there is boarding (!) of PAX permitted. If you park elsewhere, you will have to reposition your aircraft. Approach type VFR or IFR doesn’t matter. Processing is quick; being at the airport 30 minutes before EOBT is easily sufficient. The handling does a good job.
If you don’t absolutely need to see the Bosporus from the air, fly to LTBU and take a taxi to Istanbul. The field is considerably cheaper but just as professional. They also have AVGAS there.
LTBA has no AVGAS. Handling via Gözen is not mandatory, even if AI suggests otherwise.
AirfieldBot
GA handling is mandatory, with all providers similarly priced; Gözenair is commonly used and offers helpful flight planning support and hotel arrangements. Expect high total fees. Example: total charges about €420. ATC service is professional and ICAO-compliant, with efficient IFR sequencing among airline traffic. GA parking is west of runway 18R, often requiring a long taxi after landing. Avgas delivery to parking is prompt. Transport to the city by taxi takes about 30 minutes and costs around €30. On departure, taxi drivers may have difficulty finding the GAT; contacting Gözenair for assistance is recommended. Billing can be slow and may differ from initial quotes, so keep documentation and be prepared to negotiate if needed. Entry procedures involve standard bureaucracy but are straightforward.