Rustenburg Airport

FARG

Rustenburg, ZA

Last Updated
Jan 17, 20:00 UTC

No METAR Available for FARG

Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: FALA
Weather Source: Lanseria International Airport (FALA)
Distance: 40nm / 73km from FARG

Current Weather

Display Units
Last Updated
20:00Z
🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
2kt
60°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1,015
QNH (hPa)
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FALA 172000Z 06002KT CAVOK 21/17 Q1015 NOSIG

Altimeter Settings & Pressure Information

QNH
1,015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
892 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,700 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,647 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013.25 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,255 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF FALA 172200Z 1800/1824 VRB03KT CAVOK TX29/1813Z TN17/1803Z BECMG 1800/1802 BKN013 PROB30 TEMPO 1800/1805 4000 BR BKN008 BECMG 1806/1808 SCT030 BECMG 1811/1813 22010KT PROB30 TEMPO 1812/1820 -TSRA FEW035CB BECMG 1815/1817 09008KT BECMG 1820/1822 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR
11:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 220° 10kt
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
ARG
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
4,019 ft 50 ft ASP 145°
↓ 0.3kt ↔ 2.0kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Rustenburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FARG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,700 ft MSL

Location

City: Rustenburg
Country: ZA
Latitude: -25.644300°
Longitude: 27.271099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-2

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 4,019 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

Free Access
ICAO Aeronautical Information

General ICAO aeronautical information

Managed by: ICAO

Access Information: Freely accessible online

Alternative Resources:

Resources for Pilots

Weather Data

Current conditions and forecasts

• Real-time METAR reports
• Extended TAF forecasts
• Flight rules assessment
Charts & Navigation

Essential aviation charts

• Visual approach charts
• Instrument procedures
• Airport diagrams
Operations

Airport operational data

• Operating hours: 24/7
• Ground handling available
• Fuel services available
Performance Calculator

Calculate takeoff and landing distances

• Runway suitability assessment
• Real weather conditions
• Safety margin analysis
Calculate Performance

About Rustenburg Airport

Rustenburg Airport (FARG) is a regional airport serving commercial and general aviation located in Rustenburg, ZA. The facility operates at an elevation of 3,700 feet above sea level and primarily serves regional commercial flights and general aviation.

The facility features 1 runway (16/34) with ASP surface . Weather services provide regular METAR reports and TAF forecasts to ensure safe flight operations in all conditions.

Pilots can access comprehensive weather data, including current conditions, extended forecasts, and flight rules analysis. The airport information displayed here includes runway details, operational data, and essential resources for flight planning and execution. All weather data is updated regularly to provide the most current information for aviation decision-making.

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.