Grand Central Airport

FAGC / GCJ

Midrand, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 7, 03:00Z

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Distance: 10nm / 19km from FAGC

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METAR FAWK 070300Z AUTO 00000KT //// // ////// 17/17 Q1017

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Airport Runway Layout

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AGC
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 6,004 ft 75 ft ASP 153°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
153° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Grand Central Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAGC
IATA Code: GCJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,325 ft MSL

Location

City: Midrand
Country: ZA
Latitude: -25.986300°
Longitude: 28.140100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 6,004 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Grand Central Airport

Overview

Grand Central Airport serves the Midrand region of South Africa as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 5,325 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates -25.986300, 28.140100, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

The high elevation of 5,325 feet will significantly impact aircraft performance, particularly during takeoff and landing. Pilots should carefully calculate density altitude, especially during warmer periods when atmospheric conditions can further reduce aircraft performance capabilities.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (17/35) constructed with an asphalt surface, measuring 6,004 feet in length. Its geographical location in Midrand suggests a terrain that transitions between urban and potentially undulating landscape, which pilots should consider during approach and departure planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 provides a straight-in approach aligned with the airport's primary north-south orientation. Given the substantial runway length of 6,004 feet, most medium-sized aircraft should find adequate landing and takeoff capabilities, though precise performance calculations remain critical at this elevation.

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.

Official Data Sources

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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.