What are the operating hours of FAHS?

Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport operates from 05:00 to 13:30.

What is the tower frequency at FAHS?

The tower frequency at Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport is 119.6 MHz.

What fuel is available at FAHS?

Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport offers JET A1, AVGAS 100.

Does FAHS require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (South Africa).

Where is FAHS located?

Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (FAHS) is located in Hoedspruit, South Africa.

What is the IATA code for FAHS?

The IATA code for Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport is HDS.

How long is the runway at FAHS?

The main runway at Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (09/27) measures 2115x27m.

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Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (FAHS/HDS) — Hoedspruit, South Africa

Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (FAHS/HDS) serves Hoedspruit, South Africa. This is a small airport with 2 runways (09/27, 18/36). Field elevation is 1743 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Data last updated: 2026-03-25

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FAHS
Name: Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport
Type: small_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: -24.368601
Longitude: 31.0487
Elevation: 1743 ft
Country: South Africa
Municipality: Hoedspruit
IATA Code: HDS
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
Distance from City: 13.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 2115x27m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: DME, GP, ILS, LOC
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 18/36

Designation: 18/36
Dimensions: 3991x46m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: DME, GP, ILS, LOC
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 119.600 MHz
Ground: 134.350 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 126.400 MHz
ATIS: 114.000 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 05:00 – 13:30

Tuesday 05:00 – 13:30

Wednesday 05:00 – 13:30

Thursday 05:00 – 13:30

Friday 05:00 – 13:30

Saturday 05:00 – 13:30

Sunday 05:00 – 13:30

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: MON-FRI 0500-1330

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +27 0157992251
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

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South Africa Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 2 working days notification
Landing Lead Time: 3 working days / 72 hours (official); 5 business days recommended

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance notification. Customs at designated international airports.

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Active NOTAMs

D0301/26 caution

Lighting restriction

TEMPO REDL 18/36 U/S.

2026-07-24 10:13:00 2026-10-21 10:00:00

D0298/26 caution

Taxiway restriction

WIP ON TWY A SOUTH OF TWY H.

2026-07-23 07:36:00 2026-07-25 05:00:00

D0297/26 caution

Runway restriction

WIP ON RWY 09/27. RWY AVBL FOR TAX. NIL LDG AND TKOF.

2026-07-23 07:35:00 2026-07-25 05:00:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of FAHS?: Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport operates from 05:00 to 13:30.
What is the tower frequency at FAHS?: The tower frequency at Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport is 119.6 MHz.
What fuel is available at FAHS?: Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport offers JET A1, AVGAS 100.
Does FAHS require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (South Africa).
Where is FAHS located?: Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (FAHS) is located in Hoedspruit, South Africa.
What is the IATA code for FAHS?: The IATA code for Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport is HDS.
How long is the runway at FAHS?: The main runway at Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (09/27) measures 2115x27m.

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