Secunda Airport

FASC / ZEC

Secunda, ZA

Last Updated
Apr 21, 17:41Z

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Currently using: FAEO
Weather Source: Ermelo Airport (FAEO)
Distance: 44nm / 81km from FASC

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 28 hours ago
17:41Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
7 kt
20°
8 km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI FAEO 211741Z 02007KT 8000 -RA SCT008 OVC070 13/13 Q1022 RETS

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,250 ft
SCT 800 ft AGL
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,050 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,250 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Secunda Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,000 feet and 8 km visibility. Note: This observation is 28.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 7 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
847 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,250 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,988 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,008 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.5°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASC
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
3,609 ft 59 ft ASP 91°
0.0 kt 7.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Secunda Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FASC
IATA Code: ZEC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,250 ft MSL

Location

City: Secunda
Country: ZA
Latitude: -26.524099°
Longitude: 29.170099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Secunda Airport

Overview

Secunda Airport serves the Mpumalanga region in South Africa, located at an elevation of 5250 feet above mean sea level. Situated at coordinates -26.524099, 29.170099, the airport provides critical infrastructure for regional aviation operations in this part of the Highveld plateau.

Flying Conditions

The high elevation of 5250 ft MSL means pilots should anticipate reduced aircraft performance and be prepared for density altitude effects, especially during warmer periods. The airport's location in the Mpumalanga province suggests potential for variable weather conditions typical of the interior South African plateau.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) with an asphaltic surface measuring 3609 feet in length. Its medium-sized classification indicates it can accommodate regional aircraft and supports various general aviation and potentially commercial utility operations in the Secunda area.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 orientation suggests winds predominantly aligned in the 110-290 degree axis. Pilots should carefully evaluate wind conditions and aircraft performance capabilities given the airport's significant elevation and relatively moderate runway length when planning arrivals and departures.

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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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.