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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
|
5,617 ft | 50 ft | ASP | 89° |
↑ 8.4 kt
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↔ 7.1 kt
40° angle
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| 17/35 | 4,898 ft | 50 ft | ASP | 158° |
↑ 0.4 kt
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↔ 11.0 kt
88° angle
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Weather Statistics - FAGM
218 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Rand Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 28°C with an average of 20°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, February, December.
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Statistics computed from 218 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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Overview
Rand Airport serves the Johannesburg metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 5,483 feet above mean sea level. Situated in Gauteng Province, the airport primarily supports general aviation, training, and light commercial operations in the region's busy aviation infrastructure.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Rand Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 65.2% of observations supporting VFR operations. The airport experiences consistent northerly winds averaging 9.3 knots, with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 28°C and an average of 19.8°C. October, September, and December represent the most consistently good flying months, offering optimal meteorological conditions.
Notable Features
Both runways (11/29 and 17/35) are asphalted and provide substantial landing surfaces at 5,617 feet and 4,898 feet respectively. The airport's high elevation at 5,483 feet MSL means pilots must consider density altitude effects, particularly during warmer months when performance capabilities can be significantly impacted.
Approach Considerations
Wind conditions strongly favor both runways, with 100% favorable wind alignments and relatively low average crosswind components of 6.8 knots for runway 11/29 and 4.4 knots for runway 17/35. Pilots can expect consistent wind patterns from the north, which should facilitate predictable approach and landing strategies.
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