Heidelburg Airport

FAHG

Heidelburg, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 07:00Z

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17°C
Temperature
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10 kt
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3.5 km
Visibility
300 ft
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METAR FAGM 050700Z 02010KT 3500 BR OVC003 17/17 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,089 ft
OVC 300 ft AGL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,389 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AHG
06 ✈️
24
16 ✈️
34
O6 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
3,923 ft 52 ft Asphalt
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
2,362 ft 62 ft Grass
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
140° angle
✈️ O6/24
Active: O6
2,639 ft 55 ft Grass
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Heidelburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAHG
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,089 ft MSL

Location

City: Heidelburg
Country: ZA
Latitude: -26.510000°
Longitude: 28.389999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,923 ft
Width: 52 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 2,362 ft
Width: 62 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway O6/24
Length: 2,639 ft
Width: 55 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Heidelburg Airport

Heidelburg Airport (FAHG) is located in Heidelburg, ZA at an elevation of 5,089 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 3 runways (06/24, 16/34, O6/24), with the longest at 3,923 feet.

Airport Overview

Heidelburg Airport serves Heidelburg in ZA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (06/24, 16/34, O6/24) with asphalt and grass surfaces. The longest runway measures 3,923 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 5089 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 FAHG, 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.

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.