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Weather Briefing
VFRP C Pelser Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 14.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
|
2,953 ft | 82 ft | GRE | 31° |
↑ 3.5 kt
•
↔ 2.0 kt
30° angle
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| 15/33 | 3,281 ft | 82 ft | GRE | 133° |
↓ 1.6 kt
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↔ 3.7 kt
113° angle
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| 18/36 | 4,921 ft | 59 ft | ASP | 166° |
↓ 3.3 kt
•
↔ 2.2 kt
146° angle
|
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About P C Pelser Airport
Overview
P C Pelser Airport serves Klerksdorp, located in the North West province of South Africa. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 4,444 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport supports various aviation activities with its three distinct runways.
Flying Conditions
The airport's significant elevation at 4,444 feet MSL means pilots must account for density altitude effects, particularly during warmer periods. With runways of varying surfaces including gravel (GRE) and asphalt (ASP), pilots should anticipate different braking and surface conditions. The multiple runway orientations (05/23, 15/33, and 18/36) suggest the area experiences variable wind patterns.
Notable Features
Located at coordinates -26.871099, 26.718000, P C Pelser Airport is positioned in a relatively flat geographical area typical of the North West province. The airport offers three runways with different lengths: two gravel runways at 2,953 and 3,281 feet, and a longer 4,921-foot asphalt runway. This diversity of runways provides operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions.
Approach Considerations
Pilots should carefully assess runway selection based on current wind direction, considering the three available runways with different headings. The 18/36 asphalt runway, being the longest at 4,921 feet, likely provides the most versatile option for most aircraft operations. Given the airport's elevation, standard high-altitude approach and landing considerations should be applied.
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