Does FAMG require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Margate Airport (South Africa).

Where is FAMG located?

Margate Airport (FAMG) is located in Margate, South Africa.

What is the IATA code for FAMG?

The IATA code for Margate Airport is MGH.

How long is the runway at FAMG?

The main runway at Margate Airport (05/23) measures 1370x30m.

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Margate Airport (FAMG/MGH) — Margate, South Africa

Margate Airport (FAMG/MGH) serves Margate, South Africa. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (05/23). Field elevation is 495 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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65% Data Complete 34 of 52 points

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 4/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-25

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FAMG
Name: Margate Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: -30.857401
Longitude: 30.343
Elevation: 495 ft
Country: South Africa
Municipality: Margate
IATA Code: MGH
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
Distance from City: 9.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: 1370x30m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: RNAV (GNSS)
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 122.700 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Saturday 08:00 – 14:00

Sunday 10:00 – 16:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: SAT 0800-1400, SUN 1000-1600

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +27393120560
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

Immigration

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

Airport Services

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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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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does FAMG require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Margate Airport (South Africa).
Where is FAMG located?: Margate Airport (FAMG) is located in Margate, South Africa.
What is the IATA code for FAMG?: The IATA code for Margate Airport is MGH.
How long is the runway at FAMG?: The main runway at Margate Airport (05/23) measures 1370x30m.

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