Witbank Airport

FAWI

Witbank, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:00Z

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Weather Source: Waterkloof Air Force Base (FAWK)
Distance: 52nm / 97km from FAWI

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METAR FAWK 040600Z AUTO 05002KT //// // ////// 18/17 Q1025

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AWI
04 ✈️
22
09 ✈️
27
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
4,134 ft 36 ft ASP 19°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
1,000 ft 30 ft dirt
1.5 kt 1.3 kt
40° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
2,500 ft 0 ft grass
1.0 kt 1.7 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Witbank Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAWI
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,078 ft MSL

Location

City: Witbank
Country: ZA
Latitude: -25.832300°
Longitude: 29.191999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,134 ft
Width: 36 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 1,000 ft
Width: 30 ft
Surface: dirt
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 2,500 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Witbank Airport

Witbank Airport (FAWI) is located in Witbank, ZA at an elevation of 5,078 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 3 runways (04/22, 09/27, 17/35), with the longest at 4,134 feet.

Airport Overview

Witbank Airport serves Witbank 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 (04/22, 09/27, 17/35) with asp and dirt and grass surfaces. The longest runway measures 4,134 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 5078 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 FAWI, 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.