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King Mswati III International Airport (FDSK/SHO) — Mpaka, Eswatini
King Mswati III International Airport (FDSK/SHO) serves Mpaka, Eswatini. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (02/20). Field elevation is 1092 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Runways
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Operations
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Contacts
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: FDSK
- Name: King Mswati III International Airport
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: -26.35861
- Longitude: 31.716944
- Elevation: 1092 ft
- Country: Eswatini
- Municipality: Mpaka
- IATA Code: SHO
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: FDMS
- Timezone: Africa/Mbabane
- Distance from City: 50.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 02/20
- Designation: 02/20
- Dimensions: 11811 X 197
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: 59/F/A/W/T
- Lighting: HIRL, REIL both ends
- NAVAIDs: ILS RWY 20 111.5, Matsapha VOR-DME (23 NM)
- Approach Types: ILS/DME, VOR
- Remarks: RWY 02/20: 3600m x 60m asphalt, PCN 59/F/A/W/T. Edge lights with intensity control. REIL both directions. ILS/DME Cat I, two VOR approaches. Fire Cat 7. Certified for B777 operations. GNSS procedures under development
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.550 MHz
- Ground: 121.800 MHz
- Operations: 128.000 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 128.000 MHz
- ATIS: N/A
Operation Hours
Monday
04:00
–
16:00
Tuesday
04:00
–
16:00
Wednesday
04:00
–
16:00
Thursday
04:00
–
16:00
Friday
04:00
–
16:00
Saturday
04:00
–
16:00
Sunday
04:00
–
16:00
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: ATC Tower 0400-1600Z. Admin Mon-Fri 0600-1445Z. Overtime with 3hrs prior notice. ESWACAA working hours 0600Z-1500Z weekdays
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +268 23335000
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +268 23335106
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.kmiiiairport.co.sz
- Remarks: Email: [email protected]. Fax: +268 23335266. ESWACAA HQ: +268 23335370 / +268 23335400. Postal: P.O. Box 253, Mpaka, Eswatini
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: +268 23335000 / +268 23335106, [email protected]. Permits: [email protected], +268 23335370. Submit at least 48 working hours before departure
- Remarks: No slots required. After-hours operations require 3 hours prior notice
Customs
- Open: 04:00
- Close: 16:00
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport of entry with customs. GENDEC required. Crew visas issued on arrival. Landing permits must be obtained in advance
Fees
- Landing Fee: N/A
- Parking Fee: N/A
- Handling Mandatory: No
- Currency: SZL
- Remarks: Contact ESWACAA (+268 23335370) for current fee schedule. Ground handler: Aviation Associates. Also RSNAC. Free vehicle parking at terminal (24hr CCTV)
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: 1.00
- Last Updated: 2026-04-05
- Remarks: Jet fuel available. Contact airport for current pricing. No 100LL/Avgas reported
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: Landing/overflight permit required — apply to ESWACAA Air Transport Department min 48 working hours before departure. Permit valid 72 hours. Crew visas issued on arrival via GENDEC, valid up to 72 hours. Required docs: flight schedule, entry/exit points, passenger details, aircraft docs (AOC, COA, COI, CON, COR)
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: No published curfew. Airport capacity: up to 50 movements/hour
Alternates
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Active NOTAMs
A0059/26
caution
Navigation equipment issue
TRIGGER NOTAM - AIRAC AIP SUP S08/26 AND S09/26 WEF 06 AUG
2026.UNSERVICEABILITY OF ILS GP RWY 20 AND ERECTION OF CRANES.
2026-08-06 00:00:00
2026-08-19 23:59:00
A0055/26
caution
Navigation equipment issue
ILS GP RWY 20 'ISK' FREQ 332.900MHZ U/S.
2026-06-23 13:00:00
2026-08-05 23:59:00
A0053/26
caution
Runway restriction
RWY 02 RESA WIP.PERSONNEL AND EQPT PRESENT. PILOTS TO EXER
CAUTION.
2026-06-11 05:00:00
2026-07-26 15:00:00
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- What are the operating hours of FDSK?
- King Mswati III International Airport operates from 04:00 to 16:00.
- What is the tower frequency at FDSK?
- The tower frequency at King Mswati III International Airport is 118.55 MHz.
- What fuel is available at FDSK?
- King Mswati III International Airport offers JET A-1.
- Is customs available at FDSK?
- Yes, customs at King Mswati III International Airport is available from 04:00 to 16:00.
- Where is FDSK located?
- King Mswati III International Airport (FDSK) is located in Mpaka, Eswatini.
- What is the IATA code for FDSK?
- The IATA code for King Mswati III International Airport is SHO.
- How long is the runway at FDSK?
- The main runway at King Mswati III International Airport (02/20) measures 11811 X 197.
- Does FDSK have an ILS approach?
- Yes, King Mswati III International Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 02/20.
- Is FDSK a port of entry?
- Yes, King Mswati III International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.