Reference data only — not for flight planning or navigation. Verify with official sources (AIP, NOTAMs, ATC). Full disclaimer
King Mswati III International Airport (FDSK/SHO) — Mpaka, Eswatini
At a glance
- Operating hours
- 04:00–16:00 UTC
- Customs
- 04:00–16:00 UTC
- Port of entry
- Yes
- Fuel
- JET A-1
- Tower
- 118.55
- Runways
- 02/20
- Elevation
- 1,092 ft
Times in UTC. Reference only: verify with the AIP and NOTAMs.
This information may contain errors or be outdated. Create a free account to suggest corrections and earn points.
98%
Data Complete
51 of 52 points
Section Breakdown
Basic Info
7/7
Runways
4/4
Frequencies
3/4
Operations
2/2
Fuel
1/1
Contacts
2/2
Additional Info
10/10
Data last updated:
Help keep this data accurate!
See a next to a field? Click it to confirm the info is still correct. Recently verified Outdated — please verify
See a next to a field? Click it to confirm the info is still correct. Recently verified Outdated — please verify
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
- APIS 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
Airport Services
No services listed for this airport yet.
Are you a service provider? Register here to appear in this airport's listing.
Active NOTAMs
A0100/26
caution Upcoming
Obstacle
TRIGGER NOTAM-AIRAC AIP SUP S10/26 WEF 26 NOV 2026. ERECTION OF
CRANES AT PHUZUMOYA OIL RESERVE.
2026-10-29 00:00 UTC
2026-11-12 23:59 UTC
A0098/26
caution
Navigation equipment issue
REF AIRAC AIP SUP 08/26. GL (ILS) RWY 20 'ISK'FREQ 332.900MHZ
RESUMED
NML OPS.
2026-10-10 08:35 UTC
2026-11-26 23:59 UTC
A0081/26
caution
Obstacle erected
PHUZUMOYA OIL RESERVE, SIPHOFANENI(264150.71S0314404.38E,
264152.86S0314405.69E, 264154.48S0314406.88E, 264156.63S0314408.20E)
4X CRANES (60M AGL) ERECTED.
2026-09-17 12:22 UTC
2026-12-17 23:59 UTC
+4 more active NOTAMs
Relayed by the FAA NOTAM feed. Coverage outside the US can be incomplete: confirm with the national AIS before flight.
View all NOTAMs on Map
Nearby Airports
Airport History
No milestones recorded for King Mswati III International Airport yet. Know when it opened, who built it or a notable event? Add it with a source.
Add a historical factFrequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- 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.