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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
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4,659 ft | 66 ft | ASP | 49° |
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Tzaneen Airport serves the Limpopo Province region in northeastern South Africa, located near the town of Tzaneen. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 1914 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport supports various general aviation, commercial, and potentially agricultural aviation operations in the Tzaneen municipal district.
Flying Conditions
The airport's elevation at 1914 ft MSL indicates a moderate altitude environment with potential for temperature and density altitude variations. Pilots should anticipate local topographical influences on wind patterns and potential thermal activities typical of the Limpopo region. The single asphalt runway (06/24) measuring 4659 feet provides reasonable operational flexibility for most medium-sized aircraft.
Notable Features
Tzaneen Airport is positioned at coordinates -23.824400, 30.329300, situated in a region characterized by varied terrain and potentially complex local geographic features. The airport's single runway alignment (06/24) suggests potential wind channeling effects from surrounding landscape. Pilots should be prepared for potential terrain-induced wind shear or turbulence during approach and departure.
Approach Considerations
Runway 06/24's 4659-foot asphalt surface accommodates a range of aircraft sizes with moderate operational constraints. Approach planning should consider the runway's orientation and the local terrain's potential impact on wind conditions. Standard instrument approach procedures and visual flight rules (VFR) operations are likely applicable, with careful attention to local terrain and elevation considerations.
Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.
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