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Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (FAUL/ULD) — Ulundi, South Africa

At a glance

Operating hours
06:00–14:15 UTC
Tower
124.8
Runways
02/20, 05/23
Elevation
1,720 ft

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75% Data Complete 39 of 52 points
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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 0/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 4/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: FAUL
  • Name: Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: -28.320601
  • Longitude: 31.4165
  • Elevation: 1720 ft
  • Country: South Africa
  • Municipality: Ulundi
  • IATA Code: ULD
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Distance from City: 1.9 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02/20

  • Designation: 02/20
  • Dimensions: 1035x18m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: UHF DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 05/23

  • Designation: 05/23
  • Dimensions: 1640x23m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: UHF DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 124.800 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 06:00 – 14:15
Tuesday 06:00 – 14:15
Wednesday 06:00 – 14:15
Thursday 06:00 – 14:15
Friday 06:00 – 14:15
Saturday 06:00 – 14:15
Sunday 06:00 – 14:15
  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: MON-FRI 0600-1415

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +27358709408
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • APIS Required: Not recorded
  • GAR Required: Not recorded
  • 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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NOTAMs

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of FAUL?
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport operates from 06:00 to 14:15.
What is the tower frequency at FAUL?
The tower frequency at Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport is 124.8 MHz.
Does FAUL require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (South Africa). Permit details for South Africa
Where is FAUL located?
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (FAUL) is located in Ulundi, South Africa.
What is the IATA code for FAUL?
The IATA code for Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport is ULD.
How long is the runway at FAUL?
The main runway at Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (02/20) measures 1035x18m.