Brakpan Airport

FABB

Brakpan, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 08:30Z

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Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: FAOR
Weather Source: O.R. Tambo International Airport (FAOR)
Distance: 7nm / 12km from FABB

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
08:30Z
☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
12 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FAOR 050830Z 35012KT 9999 -SHRA BKN005 OVC017 FEW030TCU 17/16 Q1024 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,300 ft
BKN 500 ft AGL
OVC 1,700 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (TCU)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,800 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,000 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,300 ft AMSL
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
847 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,300 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,978 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,490 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FAOR 050648Z 0506/0612 36008KT 5000 BR OVC003 TX22/0513Z TN16/0603Z TEMPO 0506/0509 2000 -SHRA FEW030TCU BECMG 0508/0510 35007KT 9999 NSW BKN020 PROB30 TEMPO 0509/0515 -SHRA FEW030TCU PROB40 TEMPO 0510/0521 -TSRA FEW030CB PROB40 TEMPO 0517/0601 5000 TSRA FEW035CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:50Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Light Showers Rain
10:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Light Thunderstorm Rain
17:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
ABB
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
 5,902 ft 49 ft ASP 159°
↑ 11.8 kt • ↔ 2.1 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Brakpan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FABB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,300 ft MSL

Location

City: Brakpan
Country: ZA
Latitude: -26.238600°
Longitude: 28.301800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 5,902 ft
Width: 49 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
350°@12kt
Density Alt
5300ft, 17°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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7nm
12km
FAGM LIFR
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15km
FAGC N/A
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17nm
32km
FAWK VFR
Waterkloof Air Force Base
25nm
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FASK N/A
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27nm
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FAVV VFR
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VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Brakpan Airport

Brakpan Airport (FABB) is located in Brakpan, ZA at an elevation of 5,300 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 5,902 feet.

Airport Overview

Brakpan Airport serves Brakpan in ZA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 5,902 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 5300 feet MSL, density altitude is an important consideration for flight planning, particularly during summer months. Performance calculations should account for the reduced air density at this elevation.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from FABB, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at FABB

How to Read METAR Reports
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Handle 12kt winds safely
Current winds: 12 knots
Understanding Flight Categories
VFR, MVFR, IFR, and LIFR explained
Current: IFR conditions
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for high elevation ops
Field elev: 5,300 ft
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Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.