Thebephatshwa Airport

FBTP

, BW

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Currently using: FBSK
Weather Source: Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (FBSK)
Distance: 37nm / 69km from FBTP

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
09:00Z
☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
9 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FBSK 040900Z 03009KT 9999 SCT010 OVC020 22/19 Q1020 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,750 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
OVC 2,000 ft AGL
⛅
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,750 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,750 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
895 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,750 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,548 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,288 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FBSK 040400Z 0406/0512 05007KT 9999 BKN015 PROB30 TEMPO 0406/0409 RA BECMG 0410/0412 CAVOK BECMG 0503/0505 BKN015 PROB30 TEMPO 0509/0512 TSRA FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:11Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 50° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
10:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
BTP
08L ✈️
26R
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
 9,850 ft 148 ft ASP 64°
↑ 5.8 kt • ↔ 6.9 kt
50° angle
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 08L
 6,585 ft 60 ft ASP 64°
↑ 5.8 kt • ↔ 6.9 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Thebephatshwa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FBTP
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,750 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: BW
Latitude: -24.221100°
Longitude: 25.347300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,850 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08L/26R
Length: 6,585 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
30°@9kt
Density Alt
3750ft, 22°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

FBSK MVFR
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport
37nm
69km
FBJW N/A
Jwaneng Airport
43nm
79km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Thebephatshwa Airport

Thebephatshwa Airport (FBTP) is located in , BW at an elevation of 3,750 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 08L/26R), with the longest at 9,850 feet.

Airport Overview

Thebephatshwa Airport serves in BW. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (08/26, 08L/26R) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 9,850 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3750 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 FBTP, 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 FBTP

How to Read METAR Reports
Decode aviation weather observations
Understanding Flight Categories
VFR, MVFR, IFR, and LIFR explained
Current: MVFR conditions
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for high elevation ops
Field elev: 3,750 ft
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.