Krugersdorp Airport

FAKR

Krugersdorp, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

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Currently using: FALA
Weather Source: Lanseria International Airport (FALA)
Distance: 14nm / 26km from FAKR

Current Weather

Display Units
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10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
9 kt
360°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FALA 041000Z 36009KT 9999 BKN020 22/16 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,499 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,499 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
840 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,499 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,207 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,367 ft
ISA Deviation: +18.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FALA 041000Z 0412/0512 36008KT 9999 BKN025 TX25/0512Z TN17/0504Z PROB40 TEMPO 0412/0418 -TSRA FEW035CB BECMG 0418/0420 VRB03KT CAVOK BECMG 0422/0424 BKN012 PROB30 TEMPO 0423/0506 5000 BR BKN005 BECMG 0507/0509 36008KT BKN025 PROB40 TEMPO 0511/0512 -TSRA FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:07Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
12:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Light Thunderstorm Rain
18:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
22:00Z BECMG
+11h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AKR
08
26
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 2,684 ft 30 ft ASP 63°
4.1 kt 8.0 kt
63° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
2,260 ft 104 ft GRE 138°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Krugersdorp Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAKR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,499 ft MSL

Location

City: Krugersdorp
Country: ZA
Latitude: -26.080826°
Longitude: 27.725915°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,684 ft
Width: 30 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,260 ft
Width: 104 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Krugersdorp Airport

Krugersdorp Airport (FAKR) is located in Krugersdorp, ZA at an elevation of 5,499 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 15/33), with the longest at 2,684 feet.

Airport Overview

Krugersdorp Airport serves Krugersdorp in ZA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (08/26, 15/33) with asp and gre surfaces. The longest runway measures 2,684 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Elevation Considerations

At 5499 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 FAKR, 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.