Port St Johns Airport

FAPJ / JOH

Port St Johns, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:47Z

No METAR Available for FAPJ

Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: FAUT
Weather Source: K. D. Matanzima Airport (FAUT)
Distance: 44nm / 81km from FAPJ

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
11:47Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
5 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI FAUT 041147Z 06005KT 9999 FEW030 33/13 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,227 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,227 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF FAUT 040900Z 0410/0418 VRB03KT CAVOK TX30/0412Z TN20/0418Z BECMG 0411/0413 11008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
APJ
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
3,610 ft 100 ft ASP 64°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Port St Johns Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAPJ
IATA Code: JOH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,227 ft MSL

Location

City: Port St Johns
Country: ZA
Latitude: -31.606120°
Longitude: 29.521750°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 3,610 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Port St Johns Airport

Overview

Port St Johns Airport serves the coastal region of the Eastern Cape province in South Africa, situated at 1227 feet above mean sea level. The medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Port St Johns municipal area, supporting regional connectivity and local aviation needs. Its strategic location near the Indian Ocean coastline makes it an important regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1227 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment with potential for variable wind conditions typical of coastal regions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts due to the proximity to oceanic and mountainous terrain. Seasonal weather variations in this Eastern Cape region can significantly impact flying conditions, with potential for rapid meteorological changes.

Notable Features

Port St Johns Airport features a single runway (09/27) with an asphalted surface measuring 3610 feet in length. The airport's geographic coordinates at -31.606120, 29.521750 place it in a coastal zone with likely complex terrain interactions. The runway orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges typical of coastal airport environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 provides a 3610-foot asphalted surface for aircraft operations, requiring careful consideration of aircraft performance characteristics. Given the coastal location, pilots should be prepared for potential wind gradient and turbulence effects during approach and landing. Standard personal minimums and thorough preflight planning are crucial for safe operations at this airport.

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

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.