What are the operating hours of FAWK?

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

What is the tower frequency at FAWK?

The tower frequency at Waterkloof Air Force Base is 124.1 MHz.

What fuel is available at FAWK?

Waterkloof Air Force Base offers JET A1, AVGAS 100.

Does FAWK require landing permits?

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

Where is FAWK located?

Waterkloof Air Force Base (FAWK) is located in Pretoria, South Africa.

What is the IATA code for FAWK?

The IATA code for Waterkloof Air Force Base is WKF.

How long is the runway at FAWK?

The main runway at Waterkloof Air Force Base (01/19) measures 3353x45m.

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Waterkloof Air Force Base (FAWK/WKF) — Pretoria, South Africa

Waterkloof Air Force Base (FAWK/WKF) serves Pretoria, South Africa. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (01/19, 06/24). Field elevation is 4940 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 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 4/10

Observed Activity · Sep 11

18 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 1 on the ground · busiest hour 06:00Z

2026-08-292026-09-11

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-25

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FAWK
Name: Waterkloof Air Force Base
Type: medium_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: -25.83
Longitude: 28.2225
Elevation: 4940 ft
Country: South Africa
Municipality: Pretoria
IATA Code: WKF
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: 3353x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: PCN 255038
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: DME, ILS
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 06/24

Designation: 06/24
Dimensions: 1920x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: DME, ILS
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 124.100 MHz
Ground: 121.850 MHz
Operations: 123.200 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 134.400 MHz
ATIS: 116.900 MHz

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

Waterkloof Air Force Base operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

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

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

D0361/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

MIDRAND NORTH, GAUTENG (255221S 0281027E, 255847S 0281014E, 255909S 0280259E, 255256S 0280308E): UAS OPS (200FT AGL) TAKING PLACE BEYOND VISUAL LINE OF SIGHT (BVLOS). FUA REF : MM 02/06-1. REF C4230/26.

2026-08-31 22:00:00 2026-11-30 22:00:00

D0318/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

ZWARTKOP RACEWAY, CENTURION, GAUTENG (254831S 0280653E): FLAT DISPLAY TAKING PLACE. REF NOTAM D0317/26.

2026-08-04 11:55:43 Until further notice

D0368/26 caution

Taxiway lighting closed

TWY C1 AND D1 CLSD.

2026-09-05 22:00:00 2026-09-28 22:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of FAWK?: Waterkloof Air Force Base operates from 05:00 to 13:30.
What is the tower frequency at FAWK?: The tower frequency at Waterkloof Air Force Base is 124.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at FAWK?: Waterkloof Air Force Base offers JET A1, AVGAS 100.
Does FAWK require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Waterkloof Air Force Base (South Africa).
Where is FAWK located?: Waterkloof Air Force Base (FAWK) is located in Pretoria, South Africa.
What is the IATA code for FAWK?: The IATA code for Waterkloof Air Force Base is WKF.
How long is the runway at FAWK?: The main runway at Waterkloof Air Force Base (01/19) measures 3353x45m.

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