Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport

FALC / LMR

Lime Acres, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 7, 05:00Z

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Currently using: FAKM
Weather Source: Kimberley Airport (FAKM)
Distance: 75nm / 139km from FALC

Current Weather

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Fresh 11 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
5 kt
270°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR FAKM 070500Z 27005KT CAVOK 13/11 Q1018 NOSIG
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
855 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,900 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,758 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,694 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FAKM 070300Z 0704/0715 22008KT CAVOK TX26/0713Z TN14/0704Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ALC
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
5,249 ft 49 ft ASP 127°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FALC
IATA Code: LMR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,900 ft MSL

Location

City: Lime Acres
Country: ZA
Latitude: -28.360100°
Longitude: 23.439100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 5,249 ft
Width: 49 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport

Overview

Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport serves the mining region in Northern Cape, South Africa, situated at an elevation of 4900 feet above mean sea level. The airport primarily supports mining operations in the Lime Acres area, providing critical transportation infrastructure for the local industrial sector. Its medium airport classification indicates capabilities for supporting regional and commercial aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Located at a significant elevation of 4900 ft MSL, pilots should anticipate potential performance considerations related to density altitude, especially during warmer periods. The airport's inland location suggests potential for variable wind conditions and thermal activity typical of the Northern Cape region. Careful preflight planning regarding aircraft performance is recommended given the airport's high-altitude environment.

Notable Features

The single runway 15/33 measures 5249 feet in length and is constructed with an asphalt surface (ASP), providing adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's geographical coordinates (-28.360100, 23.439100) place it in a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Northern Cape plateau. Pilots should be prepared for potential arid climate conditions typical of the region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 offers flexibility for approaches based on prevailing wind conditions. The 5249-foot asphalt runway provides sufficient length for most regional aircraft, but pilots should conduct careful performance calculations considering the high-elevation environment. Standard instrument approach procedures would be consistent with similar medium-elevation airports in the Southern African region.

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.