Heidelburg Airport

FAHG

Heidelburg, ZA

Last Updated
May 24, 13:00Z

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Weather Source: Rand Airport (FAGM)
Distance: 21nm / 38km from FAHG

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 19 hours ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
6 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FAGM 241300Z VRB06KT 9999 SCT025 20/01 Q1026

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,089 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,589 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Heidelburg Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 18.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 6 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AHG
06
24
16
34
O6
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 3,923 ft 52 ft Asphalt No wind data
16/34 2,362 ft 62 ft Grass No wind data
O6/24 2,639 ft 55 ft Grass No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Heidelburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAHG
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,089 ft MSL

Location

City: Heidelburg
Country: ZA
Latitude: -26.510000°
Longitude: 28.389999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,923 ft
Width: 52 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 2,362 ft
Width: 62 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway O6/24
Length: 2,639 ft
Width: 55 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Heidelburg Airport

Heidelburg Airport (FAHG) is located in Heidelburg, ZA at an elevation of 5,089 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 3 runways (06/24, 16/34, O6/24), with the longest at 3,923 feet.

Airport Overview

Heidelburg Airport serves Heidelburg in ZA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (06/24, 16/34, O6/24) with asphalt and grass surfaces. The longest runway measures 3,923 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 5089 feet MSL, density altitude is an important consideration for flight planning, particularly during summer months. Performance calculations should account for the reduced air density at this elevation.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from FAHG, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.