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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↓ 9 kt
→L 8 kt
Wind
10° · 12 kt
Temperature
18°C
Dew point
15°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1014 hPa
Ceiling
2500 BKN
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
SCT 1100ft
BKN 2500ft
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Raw remarks
RWY23 02012KT
METAR: 35 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 05 | →L 8 kt | 9 kt ↑ |
| 23 | ←R 8 kt | 9 kt ↓ |
12:00Z → 13:00Z
MVFR
[05008KT 9999 SCT015 BKN025]
50° 8 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 1500ft · Broken (BKN) 2500ft
13:00Z → 23:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 05008KT 9999 SCT025 BKN070]
Becoming (BECMG)
50° 8 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 2500ft · Broken (BKN) 7000ft
23:00Z → Tomorrow 12:00Z
MVFR
[BECMG 05008KT 9999 SCT006 BKN023]
Becoming (BECMG)
50° 8 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 600ft · Broken (BKN) 2300ft
METAR LTBA 251320Z 01012KT 9999 SCT011 BKN025 18/15 Q1014 RMK RWY23 02012KT TAF LTBA 251040Z 2512/2612 05008KT 9999 SCT015 BKN025 BECMG 2513/2516 SCT025 BKN070 BECMG 2523/2602 SCT006 BKN023
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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.