Estcourt Airport

FAEC

Estcourt, ZA

Last Updated
May 14, 16:00Z

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Currently using: FALE
Weather Source: King Shaka International Airport (FALE)
Distance: 72nm / 133km from FAEC

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FALE 141600Z VRB01KT 9999 FEW015 BKN045 18/16 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,262 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,762 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,762 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Estcourt Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
881 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,262 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,970 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,353 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FALE 141000Z 1412/1518 07008KT 9999 BKN025 TX21/1412Z TN16/1504Z BECMG 1412/1414 04010KT BECMG 1417/1419 34004KT BKN030 FM150600 20012KT 9999 SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:37Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 340° 4 kt
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AEC
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 4,026 ft 0 ft UNK No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Estcourt Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAEC
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,262 ft MSL

Location

City: Estcourt
Country: ZA
Latitude: -29.047199°
Longitude: 29.910601°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,026 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Estcourt Airport

Estcourt Airport (FAEC) is located in Estcourt, ZA at an elevation of 4,262 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 4,026 feet.

Airport Overview

Estcourt Airport serves Estcourt in ZA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (01/19) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 4,026 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 4262 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

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 FAEC, 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.