Şanlıurfa GAP Airport (LTCS)
Large airport · Şanlıurfa, Şanlıurfa Province, Turkey
Airport data
| Name | Şanlıurfa GAP Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LTCS |
| IATA | GNY |
| Elevation | 2,708 ft (825 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 37°26'44" E 38°53'44" 37.44566, 38.89559 |
| Location | Şanlıurfa, Şanlıurfa Province, Turkey |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 13,123 ft (4000 m) | 148 ft | Asphalt | Yes |
Şanlıurfa GAP Airport at a glance
Şanlıurfa GAP Airport is a large airport in Şanlıurfa, Şanlıurfa Province, Turkey, known to airline systems as GNY. The field elevation of 2,708 ft (825 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LTCS are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 04/22, offers 13,123 ft (4000 m) of asphalt surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04 points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LTCS shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Şanlıurfa GAP Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adıyaman Airport | LTCP | 49 km (26 NM) |
| Diyarbakır Airport | LTCC | 125 km (68 NM) |
| Malatya Erhaç Airport | LTAT | 131 km (71 NM) |
| Elazığ Airport | LTCA | 133 km (72 NM) |
| Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport | LTAJ | 137 km (74 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Şanlıurfa GAP Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,708 ft field elevation of Şanlıurfa GAP Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 66 airports and airfields we list for Turkey — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Şanlıurfa GAP Airport
What is the ICAO code of Şanlıurfa GAP Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Şanlıurfa GAP Airport is LTCS, and its IATA code is GNY. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Şanlıurfa GAP Airport above sea level?
Şanlıurfa GAP Airport sits at an elevation of 2,708 feet (825 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Şanlıurfa GAP Airport located?
The airport lies at 37.4457, 38.8956 — in Şanlıurfa, Şanlıurfa Province, Turkey, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Adıyaman Airport, about 49 km away.
Does LTCS publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LTCS appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Şanlıurfa GAP Airport?
Şanlıurfa GAP Airport has one runway. The longest, 04/22, measures 13,123 ft (4000 m) with a Asphalt surface.