Dalaman Airport

Dalaman tower and international terminal at sunset

The Dalaman Airport (IATA: DLM, ICAO: LTBS) is a popular leisure destination in the southwest of Türkiye. It is one of the three airports located within the Turkish Riviera, others being Milas-Bodrum Airport and Antalya Airport. The airport has one runway (01/19), one domestic terminal and one international terminal. There are also 2 areas in the main apron for small GA aircraft (such as C172s, DA20, DA42 etc.). The main runway is 3000 meters long, 45 meters wide and hard concrete surface. South of the airport is the Aegean Sea and north of the airport is the Toros mountains.

Dalaman Airport is a busy summer destination, serving flights to and from 120 destinations.

International Terminal

Scenery

Payware

Dalaman Airport (LTBS) has payware sceneries for each simulator. You can find them in the table below.

Simulator	Developer	Publisher	Links
P3D v4/v5	JustSim	SimMarket	https://secure.simmarket.com/justsim-dalaman-international-airport-p3d4.phtml
X-Plane 11/12	JustSim	X-Plane Org Store	https://store.x-plane.org/LTBS--Dalaman-Airport-Turkey_p_948.html
Microsoft Flight Simulator	JustSim	SimMarket or Marketplace	Can be bought from MarketPlace OR https://secure.simmarket.com/justsim-dalaman-international-airport-msfs.phtml
Microsoft Flight Simulator (suggested)	MM Simulations	SimMarket or Marketplace	Can be bought from MarketPlace OR https://secure.simmarket.com/mm-simulations-msfs-ltbs-dalaman-intl-airport.phtml

Freeware

Simulator	Developer	Publisher	Links
P3D v4/v5	Ahmet Özler	Sanalpilot	https://secure.simmarket.com/justsim-dalaman-international-airport-p3d4.phtml
X-Plane 11/12	shnit	X-Plane Org	https://forums.x-plane.org/index.php?/files/file/50685-ltbs_dalaman/
Microsoft Flight Simulator	Ali Rıza Mortaş (amortas)	FlightSim.to	https://flightsim.to/file/32184/ltbs-dalaman-international-airport-turkey

Preferential Runway System (PRS)

The term “Preferential RWY System (PRS)” shall be used to indicate the runway that, at a particular time, is considered by the ATC unit to be the most suitable for use by the aircraft expected to land at or take-off from the aerodrome, by taking into consideration aircraft performance, surface wind speed and its components. PRS Operations contribute to the optimum use of airspace and aerodrome capacity.

Preferential RWY for Dalaman Airport (LTBS) is north configuration runway (RWY 01)

RWYCC (Runway Condition Code)	Tail Wind Component (max)
RWYCC 6/6/6 (dry, maximum braking)	10 KT (included)
When RWYCC is reported at least 5 for any each runway third (worse than dry, low braking	5 KT (included)

1. In the PRS operations, the above wind criteria depending on the runway surface condition shall be applied.
2. During the PRS operations, ATC unit takes into account the ground wind, traffic situation, local meteorological conditions, environmental restrictions, technical infrastructure, noise abatement, etc.
3. PRS operations will not be available under the following circumstances:
   • The instrument approach/departure procedures available for the preferred RWY(s) are not convenient for landing and/ or take-off operations under the existing meteorological conditions
   • When the preferred RWY(s) are dry (RWYCC 6/6/6), the tail wind component is greater than 10 Kt,
   • When RWYCC is reported at least 5 for any each the preferred RWY(s) third, the tail wind component is greater than 5 Kt,
   • When RWYCC is reported at least 5 for any each the preferred RWY(s) third, there is a NOTAM/equivalent information (which may be included in the RCR) stating that the runway is slippery,ATIS announcement when PRS Operations are in progress shall be; “Preferential Runway Operations are in Progress”.
   • RWYCC is reported 4 or less any each the preferred RWY(s) third,
   • Meteorological conditions such as heavy rainfall, thunderstorm or wind-shear has been reported on the approach or climb path of the preferred RWY(s),
   • Low visibility operations are in progress.
4. ATIS announcement when PRS Operations are in progress shall be; “Preferential Runway Operations are in Progress”.
5. Pilots unable to comply with PRS Operations shall notify the relevant ATC unit at the time of requesting start-up clearance, at the first contact or 20 minutes in advance of the ETA (which is earlier).

Arrival Procedures

Dalaman airport is located within Dalaman TMA and utilizes RNAV for its arrival procedures. In addition, P-RNAV (Precision-Area Navigation, RNP1) capability is required. If unable, pilot must inform the controller so that aircraft can be given radar vectors to final. When contacting Dalaman APP for the first time, report callsign and inbound waypoint only.

Important things to keep in mind:

• Always try to vacate via high speed exits
• Do not stop on the high speed exists, enter parallel taxiway if necessary

STARs

Active Runway Configuration
North Config (RWY 01)
North Configuration uses the following STAR identifiers. Type STARs Standard (default STARs) 1H Alternate* *only applicable to SONUP, NEXAM, ATSAL STARs 1D
South Config (RWY 19)
South Configuration uses the following STAR identifiers. Type STARs RNP approach 1Z LOC approach 1Y

North Configuration (RWY 01)

Default RNAV arrivals for RWY 01 are 1H arrivals. There are also special RNAV STARs for RWY 01 and these have 1D designator. The western STAR procedures follow a tight path and there is no continuous downwind due to possibility of FIR incursion (Athinai FIR). The approach controller will clear you ILS-Z or LOC-Z approach at or before EVMEN (for SONUP 1H, NEXAM 1H, ATSAL 1H, KEKIK 1H, ERFES 1H, SOTIV 1H arrivals). However, eastern and 1D STARs do have downwind and pilots are required to continue flying downwind, maintaining heading after BS122. Approach controller will vector you for final. For ILS-Z or LOC-Z procedures, please refer to approach plates.

LTBS RWY 01 STARs

South Configuration (RWY 19)

Arrivals into RWY 19 are split into 2 due to different approach procedures. 1Z STARs are only for RNP-19 approach whereas 1Y STAR is only for LOC-19 approach.

1Z STARs

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  ATSAL, NEXAM and SONUP 1Z arrival chart

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  ALTIN, BIRPU and RIVBU 1Z arrival chart

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  ERFES, KEKIK and SOTIV 1Z arrival chart

1Y STARs

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  ATSAL, NEXAM and SONUP 1Y arrival chart

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  ALTIN, BIRPU and RIVBU 1Y arrival chart

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  ERFES, KEKIK and SOTIV 1Y arrival chart

Ground Operations

Ground Layout

Diagram of Dalaman Airport, west up

The ground layout of the airport can be found on the picture, on the right. The layout of the airport is rather simple, consisting of one runway, one parallel taxiway, 4 entry/exit taxiways connecting the apron and taxiway F

Apron, Gates and Stands

Main Apron

There are 2 terminals in Dalaman. The northern terminal is the International Terminal and the southern is the Domestic Terminal. There are also 31 medium stands.

Dalaman airport has one main apron for almost all traffic. Terminal 1 serves as domestic terminal (flights within Turkey) and Terminal 2 serves as International Terminal. In total, there are 31 medium stands, 13 medium gates and 4 heavy gates. Gates 30, 31 and 40 gates have MARS (Multi-Aircraft Ramp System). This system allows either 2 narrowbody planes or single widebody plane to park at the gate. Stands 46*, 47*, 48* and 55*, 56*, 57* are allocated for general aviation aircraft such as C172, DA20, DA42 etc.

Diagram of main apron

Military Apron

On the southwest side of the airport, there is a military apron, which is used for military, Search & Rescue (SAR), Firefighting and few other special operations.

Planning Taxi Time

In Dalaman Airport, taxi times are different for runway 01 and 19. When runway 19 is in use, the taxi time for departure is minimal whereas for runway 01, it can be 10-15 minutes.

Obtaining Clearance

When you ready to obtain your clearance, check the latest ATIS information. As there is no PDC service available in Dalaman Airport, you need to call GND controller for clearance. At first contact, report “Call Sign + Stand Position + ATIS Information”. There may be a slight delay for receiving your clearance as there is no dedicated DEL position at this airport, the controller can be busy due to ground traffic.

Pushback and Engine Start

Just like any other airport, when you are ready for pushback and/or engine start, call GND controller using your callsign and stand number. The GND controller will either clear you or tell you standby due to external circumstances (traffic behind, area not clear, startup at X area restricted etc.).

Taxi Procedures

The taxi procedure at Dalaman is fairly simple. As there is one taxiway (main taxiway F) parallel to the runway and several taxiways connecting the apron to the taxiway F, the taxi routes are easy to understand and efficient. For landings, there is a high speed exit for each runway (B, C). D taxiway is used for military only.

Phraseology to be Used for Taxi

THY3YP: Dalaman Ground, Turkish 3YP ready for taxi.

Dalaman Ground: Turkish 3YP, Taxi to holding point A/E via A1/B1/C1/D1 and F.

THY3YP: Taxi to holding point A/E via A1/B1/C1/D1 and F , Turkish 3YP.

When approaching holding point A/E (either pilot reports ready for departure or controller

calls the traffic)

Dalaman Ground: Turkish 3YP, Contact Dalaman Tower on frequency 118.500.

THY3YP: Contact Dalaman Tower on frequency 118.500, Turkish 3YP, Thanks.

Departure Procedures

RECAT - LTBS

With the introduction of "Wake Turbulence Re-categorisation" in Turkish Airspace, the conventional wake turbulence categories has been re-defined. You can find more information from Skybrary using this link.

RECAT LTBS	Follower	Super Heavy	Upper Heavy	Lower Heavy	Upper Medium	Lower Medium	Light
Leader		A	B	C	D	E	F
Super Heavy	A	80s	100s	120s	140s	160s	180s
Upper Heavy	B	80s	80s	80s	100s	120s	140s
Lower Heavy	C	80s	80s	80s	80s	100s	120s
Upper Medium	D	80s	80s	80s	80s	80s	120s
Lower Medium	E	80s	80s	80s	80s	80s	100s
Light	F	80s	80s	80s	80s	80s	80s

Minimum Runway Occupancy Time for Departures

Minimum runway occupancy time is applied to all landing and departing aircraft. This is to minimize the occupancy time of the only runway that is available for both departures and arrivals:

• To optimize the runway utilization, flight crews shall complete all check lists prior to line-up clearance and be ready for immediate take-off,
• When aircraft is at the RWY holding point, pilots should commence line-up and take off roll immediately after take-off clearance is issued by ATC,
• When aircraft is already lined-up on RWY, pilots should commence take off roll immediately after take-off clearance is issued by ATC,
• Pilots are expected to react take-off clearances within 10 seconds,
• Pilots unable to comply with these requirements shall notify ATC before entering the RWY, otherwise ATC may instruct the aircraft to vacate the RWY and re-sequence to prevent excessive RWY occupation.

SIDs

As with most of the busy airports in Turkey, Dalaman airport has RNAV departure procedures as well. Initial altitude for Dalaman, for all runways and SIDs is 11,000 feet.

Runway	Designator
01*	1J
	1U
19	1C

*There are special departure procedures for RWY 01 departures due to terrain. 1U departures require 5.3% climb gradient and 1J departures require 6.8% climb gradient. If unable, pilots need to inform the controller.

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  Initial phase of 1J departures

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  Initial phase of 1U departures

Noise Abatement Procedures

Pilots shall apply “Noise Abatement Departure Procedures 1 or 2” (NADP-1 or NADP-2) which has been explained in ICAO Doc 8186 Vol-1 until passing 3000 FT. If unable, notify ATC immediately.

Airborne

Contact Dalaman Approach immediately after take-off. At first contact report only callsign and passing altitude. Do not report the altitude you are climbing to. All aircraft are required to obey the speed and altitude restrictions. Example:

Dalaman Tower: Turkish 3YP, you are cleared for take-off RWY 01. After departure, contact Dalaman Approach on frequency 1**.***.

THY3YP: Cleared for take-off RWY 01, thank you, Turkish 3YP.

THY3YP departs from RWY 01

THY3YP: Dalaman Approach, good day, Turkish 3YP, passing 800 feet.

Dalaman Approach: Turkish 123, Dalaman Approach, radar contact.

After Departure

When you are leaving Dalaman TMA, the approach controller depending on your SID, will transfer you to either Ankara Control (LTBB) or Athens Center (LGGG). As TRvACC, we hope you liked the ATS we provided, and we wish you a sweet ride to your destination. Hope to see you again in Dalaman!

VFR Procedures

Dalaman TMA has specially designed VFR routes which are used for both arrival and departure. The image below provides full diagram of such procedures. Pilots flying VFR are expected to report each passing waypoint. On initial contact, pilots are required to report inbound point, altitude and requested arrival corridor. Some of these points are real waypoints and some of them are virtual, geo-referenced points.

Dalaman TMA VFR Chart

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