Empangeni Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 11h 31m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Empangeni Airport
Empangeni Airport is a small airport in Empangeni, South Africa (ICAO FAEM, IATA EMG). It sits at an elevation of 251 ft (77 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Richards Bay Airport (RCB), about 10.7 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAEMNOTAMs
FAEMReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY B529 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTA DURBAN A | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL200 |
| AWY B529 | Class C | Controlled | FL075 | FL145 |
| TMA FALE G | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| CTR FARB | Class C | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Empangeni Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Empangeni Airport?
The ICAO code for Empangeni Airport is FAEM, and its IATA code is EMG.
Where is Empangeni Airport located?
Empangeni Airport is small airport located in Empangeni, South Africa, at an elevation of 251 ft (77 m).
What time zone is Empangeni Airport in?
Empangeni Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Empangeni Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Empangeni Airport is approximately 26.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Empangeni Airport?
The nearest airport to Empangeni Airport is Richards Bay Airport (RCB), about 10.7 nm to the e, followed by Riverview Airport and Eshowe Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Empangeni Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.