P C Pelser Airport

FAKD / KXE

Klerksdorp, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:00Z

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AKD
05
23
15
33 ✈️
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 2,953 ft 82 ft GRE 31°
0.6 kt 2.9 kt
101° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
3,281 ft 82 ft GRE 133°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
18/36 4,921 ft 59 ft ASP 166°
1.7 kt 2.5 kt
124° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

P C Pelser Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAKD
IATA Code: KXE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,444 ft MSL

Location

City: Klerksdorp
Country: ZA
Latitude: -26.871099°
Longitude: 26.718000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,953 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About P C Pelser Airport

Overview

P C Pelser Airport serves Klerksdorp, located in the North West province of South Africa. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 4,444 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport supports various aviation activities with its three distinct runways.

Flying Conditions

The airport's significant elevation at 4,444 feet MSL means pilots must account for density altitude effects, particularly during warmer periods. With runways of varying surfaces including gravel (GRE) and asphalt (ASP), pilots should anticipate different braking and surface conditions. The multiple runway orientations (05/23, 15/33, and 18/36) suggest the area experiences variable wind patterns.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -26.871099, 26.718000, P C Pelser Airport is positioned in a relatively flat geographical area typical of the North West province. The airport offers three runways with different lengths: two gravel runways at 2,953 and 3,281 feet, and a longer 4,921-foot asphalt runway. This diversity of runways provides operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should carefully assess runway selection based on current wind direction, considering the three available runways with different headings. The 18/36 asphalt runway, being the longest at 4,921 feet, likely provides the most versatile option for most aircraft operations. Given the airport's elevation, standard high-altitude approach and landing considerations should be applied.

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.