Tuzla Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 48m 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 Tuzla Air Base
Tuzla Air Base is a small airport in Tuzla, Istanbul, Turkey. It sits at an elevation of 79 ft (24 m). It observes Europe/Istanbul local time. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), about 4.7 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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(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 |
| LTFJ | Special use | CTR | GND | 2500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 358 ft | — |
| Türk Telekom | — | 358 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tuzla Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tuzla Air Base located?
Tuzla Air Base is small airport located in Tuzla, Istanbul, Turkey, at an elevation of 79 ft (24 m).
What time zone is Tuzla Air Base in?
Tuzla Air Base is in the Europe/Istanbul time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tuzla Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tuzla Air Base is approximately 6.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tuzla Air Base?
The nearest airport to Tuzla Air Base is Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), about 4.7 nm to the nnw, followed by Yalova Air Base and İstanbul Samandıra Army Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tuzla Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.