Welkom Airport

FAWM / WEL

Welkom, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

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Currently using: FABL
Weather Source: Bram Fischer International Airport (FABL)
Distance: 68nm / 127km from FAWM

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
18:00Z
🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
2 kt
330°
--
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FABL 041800Z 33002KT CAVOK 20/14 Q1018 NOSIG
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
871 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,421 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,279 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,940 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF COR FABL 041750Z 0418/0518 VRB03KT CAVOK TX26/0512Z TN14/0503Z TEMPO 0506/0508 BKN015 FM050900 34010KT 9999 BKN020 PROB40 TEMPO 0512/0518 -TSRA BKN015 FEW040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:14Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z TEMPO
+8h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
09:00Z FM050900
+11h
MVFR 340° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
AWM
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
 6,578 ft 59 ft ASP 50°
↓ 0.3 kt • ↔ 2.0 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Welkom Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAWM
IATA Code: WEL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,421 ft MSL

Location

City: Welkom
Country: ZA
Latitude: -27.996825°
Longitude: 26.663334°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 6,578 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
330°@2kt
Density Alt
4421ft, 20°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

FAKD N/A
P C Pelser Airport
68nm
125km
FABL VFR
Bram Fischer International Airport
68nm
127km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Welkom Airport

Welkom Airport (FAWM/WEL) is located in Welkom, ZA at an elevation of 4,421 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 6,578 feet.

Airport Overview

Welkom Airport serves Welkom in ZA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (07/25) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 6,578 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 4421 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 FAWM, 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 FAWM

How to Read METAR Reports
Decode aviation weather observations
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for high elevation ops
Field elev: 4,421 ft
How to Read TAF Forecasts
Interpret terminal forecasts
TAF available
Pre-Flight Weather Briefing
Complete briefing checklist
View all learning resources →

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.