P G Matante Intl

FBFT / FRW

Francistown, BW

Last Updated
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Distance: 58nm / 107km from FBFT

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Airport Runway Layout

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BFT
11
29
13
31
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
11/29 7,218 ft 98 ft ASP 97°
13/31 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 121°
16/34 4,147 ft 72 ft GVL 147°

P G Matante Intl - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FBFT
IATA Code: FRW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,283 ft MSL

Location

City: Francistown
Country: BW
Latitude: -21.159140°
Longitude: 27.468545°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 4,147 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

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About P G Matante Intl

Overview

P G Matante International Airport serves Francistown, Botswana, as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 3,283 feet above mean sea level. Situated at coordinates -21.159140, 27.468545, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northeastern region of Botswana.

Flying Conditions

The airport's significant elevation of 3,283 feet MSL means pilots should anticipate potential performance considerations, particularly during warmer periods. Multiple runways (11/29 at 7,218 feet, 13/31 at 9,843 feet, and 16/34 at 4,147 feet) offer operational flexibility across different wind conditions and aircraft types.

Notable Features

Francistown's airport features three runways with different surface types: two asphalted runways (11/29 and 13/31) and one gravel runway (16/34). The longest runway, 13/31, measures 9,843 feet, which supports a wide range of aircraft operations and provides substantial landing and takeoff capabilities.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared to utilize the multiple runway options based on current wind conditions and aircraft performance requirements. The substantial runway lengths, particularly the 9,843-foot runway 13/31, provide significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types operating in this region of Botswana.

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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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.