Skukuza Airport

FASZ / SZK

Skukuza, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:00Z

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Currently using: FAKN
Weather Source: Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (FAKN)
Distance: 36nm / 68km from FASZ

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
1 kt
230°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR FAKN 040600Z 23001KT CAVOK 19/18 Q1021 NOSIG
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,020 ft)
Pressure Alt
788 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,513 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FAKN 040300Z 0404/0415 VRB03KT 9999 BKN020 TX25/0412Z TN18/0404Z PROB30 TEMPO 0404/0406 4000 BR -SHRA BKN010 FEW040TCU BECMG 0411/0413 07010KT PROB30 TEMPO 0413/0415 TS FEW040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:47Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
11:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 70° 10 kt
13:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASZ
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
5,085 ft 98 ft ASP 156°
0.5 kt 0.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Skukuza Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FASZ
IATA Code: SZK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,020 ft MSL

Location

City: Skukuza
Country: ZA
Latitude: -24.960899°
Longitude: 31.588699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 5,085 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Skukuza Airport

Overview

Skukuza Airport serves the Kruger National Park region in northeastern South Africa, situated in a critical wildlife conservation area. Located at coordinates -24.960899, 31.588699, this medium-sized airport provides essential access to one of Africa's most renowned national parks, supporting tourism, conservation, and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at an elevation of 1020 feet mean sea level, positioned in a subtropical climate zone typical of northeastern South Africa. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and variable wind conditions characteristic of the region, which can impact approach and landing performance.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (17/35) measuring 5085 feet long with an asphalted surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its location within the Kruger National Park means surrounding terrain is predominantly flat savanna, with potential wildlife movement near the airport perimeter requiring heightened situational awareness.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 alignment suggests primary wind considerations from north-south directions, which pilots should factor into approach planning. The 5085-foot runway length provides adequate operational capability for most regional and safari-support aircraft, though precise performance calculations remain critical based on individual aircraft specifications.

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.