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Plane spotting at ISL

İstanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul(Bakırköy)

Istanbul Atatürk Airport (ISL) is a prime location for plane spotters, featuring diverse traffic and unique aircraft. Identify and collect aircraft with FlightCatcherPro.

Where to spot

  • ·Atatürk Park
  • ·Observation Deck

Rare catches

Look for these types to grow your collection:

A380747-8777F

By the numbers

Istanbul Atatürk Airport has two runways and is a major hub for international flights.

Spotter tips

  • ·Arrive early to secure a good spot.
  • ·Check the flight schedule for arrivals.
  • ·Bring a zoom lens for distant shots.

Best time to spot

Morning is ideal for light and higher traffic volumes.

Spotting at ISL? Identify the next arrival with your camera, or upload a photo you already have, in FlightCatcherPro.

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TC-JJK Boeing 777-300ER Turkish Airlines, IST → IAD, 18 Jun 2026, photographed by PlaneLover592

TC-JJKTurkish Airlines 777-300ER

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Notable aircraft

TC-JJK Boeing 777-300ER Turkish Airlines, IST → IAD, 18 Jun 2026, photographed by PlaneLover592

TC-JJKTurkish Airlines 777-300ER

Photo: PlaneLover592

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