Port Alfred Airport

FAPA / AFD

Port Alfred, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Currently using: FAEL
Weather Source: King Phalo Airport (FAEL)
Distance: 57nm / 105km from FAPA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
09:00Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
11 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FAEL 040900Z 08011KT 9999 FEW023 26/20 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 275 ft
FEW 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,575 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FAEL 040600Z 0407/0418 VRB03KT 9999 FEW019 TX27/0410Z TN18/0418Z BECMG 0409/0411 08012KT PROB30 TEMPO 0413/0418 07018G28KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
VFR 70° 18 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
APA
07 ✈️
25
10L ✈️
28R
10C ✈️
28C
10R ✈️
28L
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
 3,608 ft 98 ft Grass 0°
↑ 10.8 kt • ↔ 1.9 kt
10° angle
✈️ 10C/28C
Active: 10C
 4,304 ft 98 ft Grass 0°
↑ 10.3 kt • ↔ 3.8 kt
20° angle
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 10L
 5,996 ft 98 ft Grass 0°
↑ 10.3 kt • ↔ 3.8 kt
20° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 10R
 3,936 ft 98 ft Grass 0°
↑ 10.3 kt • ↔ 3.8 kt
20° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
 2,624 ft 98 ft Grass 0°
↓ 1.9 kt • ↔ 10.8 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Port Alfred Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAPA
IATA Code: AFD
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 275 ft MSL

Location

City: Port Alfred
Country: ZA
Latitude: -33.555057°
Longitude: 26.881656°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 3,608 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 10C/28C
Length: 4,304 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 10L/28R
Length: 5,996 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 3,936 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 2,624 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
80°@11kt
Density Alt
275ft, 26°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

FABE N/A
Bisho Airport
44nm
82km
FAEL VFR
King Phalo Airport
57nm
105km
FAPE VFR
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
68nm
126km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Port Alfred Airport

Port Alfred Airport (FAPA/AFD) is located in Port Alfred, ZA at an elevation of 275 feet MSL. The airport has 5 runways (07/25, 10C/28C, 10L/28R, 10R/28L, 18/36), with the longest at 5,996 feet.

Airport Overview

Port Alfred Airport serves Port Alfred in ZA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 5 runways (07/25, 10C/28C, 10L/28R, 10R/28L, 18/36) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 5,996 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

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 FAPA, 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 FAPA

How to Read METAR Reports
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Crosswind Landing Techniques
Handle 11kt winds safely
Current winds: 11 knots
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for hot weather ops
Temp: 26°C
How to Read TAF Forecasts
Interpret terminal forecasts
TAF available
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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.