Virginia Airport

FAVG / VIR

Durban, ZA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:00Z

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Currently using: FALE
Weather Source: King Shaka International Airport (FALE)
Distance: 10nm / 18km from FAVG

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
6 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
4,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1029 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FALE 230000Z 20006KT 9999 FEW029 BKN043 16/14 Q1029 RERA NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 20 ft
FEW 2,900 ft AGL
BKN 4,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,920 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,320 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Virginia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 6 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Rain between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1029 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1028 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (20 ft)
Pressure Alt
-453 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -328 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FALE 222200Z 2300/2406 19010KT 9999 OVC040 TX20/2313Z TN16/2303Z PROB30 TEMPO 2300/2306 4000 -RA BKN008 OVC015 BECMG 2306/2308 20007KT 9999 BKN040 BECMG 2314/2315 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 200° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVG
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
3,035 ft 72 ft ASP 28°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Virginia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAVG
IATA Code: VIR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Durban
Country: ZA
Latitude: -29.770599°
Longitude: 31.058399°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,035 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Virginia Airport

Overview

Virginia Airport serves the Durban metropolitan area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Located at coordinates -29.770599, 31.058399, this medium-sized airport operates at a low elevation of 20 feet mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional and local flight operations in the coastal urban environment.

Flying Conditions

As a coastal airport, Virginia experiences typical subtropical climate conditions characteristic of Durban's region. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences, including occasional sea breezes and humidity variations. The low elevation of 20 ft MSL suggests minimal altitude-related performance considerations for aircraft operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (05/23) with a length of 3,035 feet, suitable for smaller aircraft and regional operations. Its geographical proximity to Durban's urban center makes it strategically positioned for local aviation activities. The runway orientation suggests potential wind exposure from different directional approaches.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 provides a standard approach environment with 3,035 feet of asphalt surface. Pilots should assess wind conditions and runway alignment when planning arrivals and departures. The relatively short runway length requires careful aircraft performance calculations and weight management during operational planning.

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.