Geçitkale Airbase
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 2m 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 Geçitkale Airbase
Geçitkale Air Base or Lefkoniko Airport is a military airfield of the Turkish Air Force near Lefkoniko in Northern Cyprus. Construction was completed around 1990. During the renovation of the Ercan International Airport between September 2002 and May 2004, it served as Northern Cyprus' primary civilian airport. Geçitkale's unofficial ICAO code is LCGK.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LCGKNOTAMs
LCGKReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NICOSIA CTA | Class C | CTA | FL195 | FL660 |
| LCCC NICOSIA FIR | Class C | FIR | FL195 | FL660 |
| LCP1 | Special use | Prohibited | GND | FL999 |
| ERCAN ADVISORY AIRSPACE | Special use | Type 27 | GND | FL999 |
| ERCAN TMA | Special use | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL999 |
| GEÇITKALE | Special use | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Cyprus airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Geçitkale Airbase.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Geçitkale Airbase?
The ICAO code for Geçitkale Airbase is LCGK, and its IATA code is GEC.
Where is Geçitkale Airbase located?
Geçitkale Airbase is medium airport located in Lefkoniko (Geçitkale), Cyprus, at an elevation of 146 ft (45 m).
What time zone is Geçitkale Airbase in?
Geçitkale Airbase is in the Asia/Famagusta time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Geçitkale Airbase?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Geçitkale Airbase is approximately 5.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Geçitkale Airbase?
The nearest airport to Geçitkale Airbase is Ercan International Airport (ECN), about 11.6 nm to the wsw, followed by Kingsfield Air Base and RAF Dhekelia Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Geçitkale Airbase data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.