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Port Alfred Airport (FAPA/AFD) — Port Alfred, South Africa

Port Alfred Airport (FAPA/AFD) serves Port Alfred, South Africa. This is a small airport with 5 runways (07/25, 10C/28C). Field elevation is 275 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 4/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: FAPA
  • Name: Port Alfred Airport
  • Type: small_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: -33.555058
  • Longitude: 26.881657
  • Elevation: 275 ft
  • Country: South Africa
  • Municipality: Port Alfred
  • IATA Code: AFD
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Distance from City: 5.6 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

  • Designation: 07/25
  • Dimensions: 1100x30m
  • Surface: Grass
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 10C/28C

  • Designation: 10C/28C
  • Dimensions: 1312x30m
  • Surface: Grass
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 10L/28R

  • Designation: 10L/28R
  • Dimensions: 1828x30m
  • Surface: Grass
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 10R/28L

  • Designation: 10R/28L
  • Dimensions: 1200x30m
  • Surface: Grass
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 18/36

  • Designation: 18/36
  • Dimensions: 800x30m
  • Surface: Grass
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: N/A
  • Ground: 118.400 MHz
  • Operations: 118.400, 122.000 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Port Alfred Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: SUN 0500-1500

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.43airschool.com
  • 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
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: MOGAS
  • 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

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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Frequently Asked Questions
What fuel is available at FAPA?
Port Alfred Airport offers JET A1, AVGAS 100, AVGAS 100LL, MOGAS.
Does FAPA require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Port Alfred Airport (South Africa).
Where is FAPA located?
Port Alfred Airport (FAPA) is located in Port Alfred, South Africa.
What is the IATA code for FAPA?
The IATA code for Port Alfred Airport is AFD.
How long is the runway at FAPA?
The main runway at Port Alfred Airport (07/25) measures 1100x30m.