Van Ferit Melen Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 10m 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 Van Ferit Melen Airport
Van Ferit Melen Airport is an airport in Van, a city in the eastern region of Turkey. It is named after the Turkish politician and former prime minister Ferit Melen (1906–1988).
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LTCINOTAMs
LTCIReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 9,022 ft / 2,750 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTAA ANKARA FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| VAN TMA | Special use | TMA | 6500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| LTCI | Special use | CTR | GND | 6500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Turkey airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 13% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 67% | 4,680 ft | |
| Feb | 68% | 4,841 ft | |
| Mar | 77% | 5,358 ft | |
| Apr | 92% | 5,920 ft | |
| May | 95% | 6,411 ft | |
| Jun | 99% | 7,182 ft | |
| Jul | 100% | 7,673 ft | |
| Aug | 100% | 7,621 ft | |
| Sep | 99% | 6,960 ft | |
| Oct | 95% | 6,062 ft | |
| Nov | 91% | 5,400 ft | |
| Dec | 79% | 5,007 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~4,680–7,673 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 6,070 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 6,076 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,515 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Van Ferit Melen Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Van Ferit Melen Airport?
The ICAO code for Van Ferit Melen Airport is LTCI, and its IATA code is VAN.
Where is Van Ferit Melen Airport located?
Van Ferit Melen Airport is medium airport located in Van, Turkey, at an elevation of 5,480 ft (1,670 m).
How many runways does Van Ferit Melen Airport have?
Van Ferit Melen Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,022 ft / 2,750 m.
Which airlines fly to Van Ferit Melen Airport?
Airlines historically serving Van Ferit Melen Airport include Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Van Ferit Melen Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Van Ferit Melen Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Van Ferit Melen Airport in?
Van Ferit Melen Airport is in the Europe/Istanbul time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Van Ferit Melen Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Van Ferit Melen Airport 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 Van Ferit Melen Airport?
The nearest airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport is Tatvan Airport (TR-0035), about 47.2 nm to the w, followed by Hakkari Yüksekova Airport and Ağrı Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Van Ferit Melen Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.