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Polokwane International Airport (FAPP/PTG) — Polokwane, South Africa

At a glance

Operating hours: 04:30–16:30 UTC
Customs: 04:30–16:30 UTC (on request)
Port of entry: Yes
Fuel: AVGAS 100, JET A1
Tower: 119.75
Runways: 01/19, 05/23
Elevation: 4,076 ft

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-25

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FAPP
Name: Polokwane International Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -23.845268
Longitude: 29.458614
Elevation: 4076 ft
Country: South Africa
Municipality: Polokwane
IATA Code: PTG
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
Distance from City: 9.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

Designation: 01/19
Dimensions: 2560x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: PCR 980/F/A/X/T
Lighting: Not lighted
NAVAIDs: VOR/DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: RWY 01 DEP to be REQ on start up due to restricted VIS from TWR. Circuit: Piston 5100FT, Jet 5600FT. Left hand circuit.

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: 2320x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: PCR 980/F/A/X/T
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: VOR/DME
Approach Types: VOR, RNAV(GNSS)
Remarks: THR RWY 23 displaced due to slope, first 800M not visible from TWR. Safe APCH slope 2%%. PAPI RWY 05 R/H, PAPI RWY 23 L/H. Circuit: Piston 5100FT, Jet 5600FT.

Frequencies

Tower: 119.750 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 119.750 MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 04:30 – 16:30

Tuesday 04:30 – 16:30

Wednesday 04:30 – 16:30

Thursday 04:30 – 16:30

Friday 04:30 – 16:30

Saturday 08:00 – 14:00

Sunday 08:00 – 16:30

Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
Remarks: MON-FRI 0430-1630, SAT 0800-1400, SUN 0800-1630

Contacts

AIS Tel: +27 86 025 9669
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: +27 15 288 0030
Admin Tel: +27 15 288 0122
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: +27 15 288 7000
Authorities Tel: +27 15 288 0343
Website: http://aviation.weathersa,co.za
Remarks: ATC: +27 15 288 0343. ATC FAX: +27 15 288 0344. MET FAX: +27 15 288 0030. Immigration: +27 15 288 0083. AFS: FAPPZTZX. Health: First Aid at airport, hospital within 10km.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: APCH fees in effect. Flights outside AD hours need prior permission from Airport Manager.

Customs

Open: 0430
Close: 1630
Phone: +27 15 288 1585
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Same as AD hours. Available after hours with prior notice.

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: Not recorded
Currency: N/A
Remarks: APCH fees in effect for all ACFT inside Polokwane airspace. Contact: Christian Mtshweni +27 60 957 8494. Billing info: GEN 4.2

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: Available during AD hours. Outside hours: 60MIN prior arrangement.

Fuel Type: JET A1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: Available during AD hours. Outside hours: 60MIN prior arrangement. Contact Jacques +27 82 653 7956 / Raschelle +27 82 878 7610

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
APIS Required: Not recorded
GAR Required: Not recorded
Remarks: Immigration: +27 15 288 0083, +27 83 773 5218, +27 73 993 7642

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No engine run-ups on Apron without permission from AD Operator. Bird sanctuary west of THR RWY 05 - increased bird activity.

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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Active NOTAMs

A3952/26

caution

Approach lighting out

PAPI LGT RWY 23 U/S.

2026-10-13 09:22 UTC 2027-01-10 08:00 UTC

A3690/26

caution

Instrument procedure change

IAC VOR-01 VOR RWY 05 DATED 15 SEP 2016 SUSPENDED.

2026-09-29 07:41 UTC 2026-12-27 10:00 UTC

A4106/26

info

AWOS U/S.

2026-10-25 12:11 UTC 2026-10-30 10:00 UTC

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Nearby Airports

FAPI Pietersburg Municipal Airport 5 NM FADO Dendron Airport 29 NM FALM Makhado Air Force Base Airport 43 NM FAEN Entabeni Airstrip 45 NM FATZ Tzaneen Airport 48 NM FALO Louis Trichardt Airport 52 NM FAWT Winterveldt Mine Airport 63 NM FAEG Egnep Airport 64 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of FAPP?: Polokwane International Airport operates from 04:30 to 16:30.
What is the tower frequency at FAPP?: The tower frequency at Polokwane International Airport is 119.75 MHz.
What fuel is available at FAPP?: Polokwane International Airport offers AVGAS 100, JET A1.
Does FAPP require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Polokwane International Airport (South Africa). Permit details for South Africa
Is customs available at FAPP?: Yes, customs at Polokwane International Airport is available from 0430 to 1630.
Where is FAPP located?: Polokwane International Airport (FAPP) is located in Polokwane, South Africa.
What is the IATA code for FAPP?: The IATA code for Polokwane International Airport is PTG.
How long is the runway at FAPP?: The main runway at Polokwane International Airport (01/19) measures 2560x45m.
Is FAPP a port of entry?: Yes, Polokwane International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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