İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 50m 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 İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield
Hezarfen Airfield is a privately owned airport for general aviation in the Çatalca district of Istanbul, Turkey. It is one of a total of five airports in Istanbul along with Istanbul Airport (LTFM), Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (LTFJ), Atatürk Airport (LTBA), and Samandıra Army Air Base (LTBX). Hezarfen Airfield is named after Hezârfen Ahmet Çelebi, a legendary Ottoman aviator, who flew across the Bosporus in the 17th century, as told by a contemporary traveler Evliya Çelebi.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LTBWLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 1,755 ft / 535 m | 59 ft | Asphalt | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Tower | — | 118.250 MHz |
| Tower | — | 121.650 MHz |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISTANBUL FIR (LTBB) | Class C | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| ISTANBUL TMA | Special use | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| ANKARA ACC SECTOR 3 LOWER | Special use | Type 27 | GND | FL325 |
| LTBW | Special use | CTR | GND | 1500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endem TV Kulesi | 774 ft | 627 ft | — |
| Yalçıntepe Maximoon Sitesi | 230 ft | 489 ft | — |
| Tepe RES | — | 545 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 988 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 525 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 528 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 669 ft | — |
| Tepe RES | — | 604 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield?
The ICAO code for İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield is LTBW.
Where is İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield located?
İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield is small airport located in Çatalca, Turkey, at an elevation of 61 ft (19 m).
How many runways does İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield have?
İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 1,755 ft / 535 m.
What time zone is İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield in?
İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield is in the Europe/Istanbul time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield is approximately 6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield?
The nearest airport to İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield is İstanbul Airport (IST), about 13.2 nm to the ne, followed by İstanbul Atatürk Airport and Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.