What are the operating hours of FASK?

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

What is the tower frequency at FASK?

The tower frequency at Swartkop Air Force Base is 123.2 MHz.

What fuel is available at FASK?

Swartkop Air Force Base offers JET A1, AVGAS 100.

Does FASK require landing permits?

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

Where is FASK located?

Swartkop Air Force Base (FASK) is located in Pretoria, South Africa.

How long is the runway at FASK?

The main runway at Swartkop Air Force Base (02/20) measures 1987x30m.

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Swartkop Air Force Base (FASK) — Pretoria, South Africa

Swartkop Air Force Base (FASK) serves Pretoria, South Africa. This is a small airport with 2 runways (02/20, 06/24). Field elevation is 4780 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 2/4

Operations 2/2

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Additional Info 3/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-25

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FASK
Name: Swartkop Air Force Base
Type: small_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: -25.8097
Longitude: 28.1646
Elevation: 4780 ft
Country: South Africa
Municipality: Pretoria
IATA Code: N/A
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
Distance from City: 9.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02/20

Designation: 02/20
Dimensions: 1987x30m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 06/24

Designation: 06/24
Dimensions: 2008x45m
Surface: GRE
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Not lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 123.200 MHz
Ground: 121.750 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 134.400 MHz
ATIS: N/A

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: N/A
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

D0277/26 info

GAUTRAIN, PRETORIA (254502S 0281149E, 255148S 0281151E, 255621S 0280909E, 255544S 0280852E, 254619S 0281024E): UAS OPS (200FT AGL) TAKING PLACE BEYOND VISUAL LINE OF SIGHT (BVLOS). FUA REF: AJV 08/07-01.

2026-07-09 00:00:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00

D0255/26 info

ARCELOR MITTAL PRETORIA (254557S 0280651E, 254523S 0280827E, 254543S 0280848E, 254620S 0280853E, 254639S 0280811E, 254638S 0280652E): UAS OPS (400FT AGL) TAKING PLACE BEYOND VISUAL LINE OF SIGHT (BVLOS).

2026-06-26 02:32:00 2026-09-22 23:59:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of FASK?: Swartkop Air Force Base operates from 05:00 to 13:30.
What is the tower frequency at FASK?: The tower frequency at Swartkop Air Force Base is 123.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at FASK?: Swartkop Air Force Base offers JET A1, AVGAS 100.
Does FASK require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Swartkop Air Force Base (South Africa).
Where is FASK located?: Swartkop Air Force Base (FASK) is located in Pretoria, South Africa.
How long is the runway at FASK?: The main runway at Swartkop Air Force Base (02/20) measures 1987x30m.

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