Etimesgut Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 43m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Etimesgut Air Base
Etimesgut Air Base is an airbase of the Turkish Air Force located 15 km (9.3 mi) west of Ankara, Turkey. It is owned by Turkish Air Force and jointly operated by the air force and the Turkish Aeronautical Association (THK). International Defense Industry, Aerospace and Maritime Fair (IDEF) and civil aviation airshows are being held at this airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
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Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11L / 29R▸ displaced | 9,045 ft / 2,757 m | 138 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 11R / 29L | 4,951 ft / 1,509 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | ESENBOGA APP | 119.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTAA ANKARA FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| ANKARA ACC SECTOR 11 LOWER | Special use | Type 27 | GND | FL325 |
| ANKARA ACC SECTOR 10 LOWER | Special use | Type 27 | GND | FL325 |
| ANKARA TMA | Special use | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| LTAD | Special use | CTR | GND | 5500 ft MSL |
| LTAB | Special use | CTR | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
| LTAE | Special use | CTR | GND | 12000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Turkey airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regnum Sky Tower | 492 ft | 3,133 ft | — |
| Cumhuriyet Kulesi | 459 ft | 3,002 ft | — |
| N Blok | 410 ft | 2,927 ft | — |
| O Blok | 410 ft | 2,910 ft | — |
| D Blok | 410 ft | 2,890 ft | — |
| S Blok | 410 ft | 2,913 ft | — |
| A Blok | 410 ft | 2,894 ft | — |
| J Blok | 410 ft | 2,910 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Etimesgut Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Etimesgut Air Base?
The ICAO code for Etimesgut Air Base is LTAD, and its IATA code is ANK.
Where is Etimesgut Air Base located?
Etimesgut Air Base is medium airport located in Ankara, Turkey, at an elevation of 2,653 ft (809 m).
How many runways does Etimesgut Air Base have?
Etimesgut Air Base has 2 runways, the longest being 9,045 ft / 2,757 m.
What time zone is Etimesgut Air Base in?
Etimesgut Air Base is in the Europe/Istanbul time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Etimesgut Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Etimesgut Air Base is approximately 6.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Etimesgut Air Base?
The nearest airport to Etimesgut Air Base is Güvercinlik Airport (LTAB), about 2.6 nm to the ese, followed by Akıncı Air Base and Esenboğa International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Etimesgut Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.