Definition
An abbreviation used in NOTAMs, charts, and airport documents to indicate that a turn to the left is required, expected, or in effect — most commonly as part of a traffic pattern direction or departure instruction at a specific runway.
Plain English
Short for 'left turn.' When you see LT next to a runway or in a NOTAM, it means turns at that location are made to the left rather than to the right.
Context Anchor
Seen in aviation abbreviation lists, airport notices, procedure notes, and short written instructions where space is limited.
Why Pilots Care
Correct interpretation prevents navigation errors and maintains separation from other traffic.
Intuition Check
LT does not mean only the left side of the aircraft. In this context, it means the aircraft is to make a left turn.
Example Sentence 1
The Chart Supplement showed Rwy 27 LT, so we flew a standard left-hand pattern for landing.
Example Sentence 2
The approach clearance included an LT to join the final approach course.