Runway 16L/34R at Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutköy, Istanbul is a 12,303 ft, lighted, asphalt runway oriented 174°/354°. The runway is 147 ft wide.
Runway 16L/34R at Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutköy, Istanbul is a 12,303 ft, lighted, asphalt runway oriented 174°/354°. The runway is 147 ft wide.
SkyMeter has observed very few flights using Runway 16L in the last 30 days. Statistical breakdowns (go-around rate, crosswind averages) need more observations to be meaningful.
Over the past 365 days, winds at LTFM have prevailed from the north-northeast (30°), accounting for roughly 21% of windy observations. Average wind speed sits at 11.1 kt with peak gusts to 46 kt. Strong winds (≥20 kt) occur on about 9% of observations — pilots flying into runway 16L should plan for occasional gusty conditions.
Aircraft approach runways using different procedures based on weather conditions, visibility, and available navigation equipment. An Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach provides precision horizontal and vertical guidance using ground-based radio signals, enabling aircraft to land in low visibility conditions. Visual approaches require pilots to maintain visual contact with the runway and surrounding terrain, typically used during clear weather. Area Navigation (RNAV) approaches use GPS technology to guide aircraft along specific flight paths.
Category (CAT) classifications define minimum visibility and decision height requirements for instrument approaches. Higher categories enable operations in lower visibility conditions.
Wind conditions directly impact runway operations, influencing approach difficulty, landing performance, and runway selection. Runway 16L benefits from favorable wind alignment, with prevailing winds creating minimal crosswind components for most operations. Average wind speeds of 12 knots pose no operational constraints for commercial aircraft.
Wind patterns show typical diurnal variation with stronger winds during midday hours.