Lichtenburg Airport

FALI

Lichtenburg, ZA

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

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Weather Source: Mmabatho International Airport (FAMM)
Distance: 41nm / 76km from FALI

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
3 kt
80°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR FAMM 142300Z AUTO 08003KT //// // ////// 08/05 Q1025

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lichtenburg Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ALI
06 ✈️
24
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
2,592 ft 66 ft GRE 49°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
18/36 4,154 ft 49 ft ASP 166°
0.2 kt 3.0 kt
86° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Lichtenburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FALI
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,875 ft MSL

Location

City: Lichtenburg
Country: ZA
Latitude: -26.175699°
Longitude: 26.184601°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,592 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 4,154 ft
Width: 49 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lichtenburg Airport

Lichtenburg Airport (FALI) is located in Lichtenburg, ZA at an elevation of 4,875 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (06/24, 18/36), with the longest at 4,154 feet.

Airport Overview

Lichtenburg Airport serves Lichtenburg 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 (06/24, 18/36) with gre and asp surfaces. The longest runway measures 4,154 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 4875 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

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 FALI, 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.