Brakpan Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 38m 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 Brakpan Airport
Brakpan Airport is a small airport in Brakpan, South Africa (ICAO FABB). It sits at an elevation of 5,300 ft (1,615 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 5,902 ft / 1,799 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Springs Airfield (FASI), about 5.2 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FABBLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 5,902 ft / 1,799 m | 49 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | RDO | 122.700 MHz |
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G655 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G653 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G465 CLASS C-2 | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| TMA FAOR | Class C | Controlled | 7600 ft MSL | FL110 |
| CTA FAOR | Class C | Controlled | FL110 | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG BUFFER ZONE | Class C | RMZ | GND | 7500 ft MSL |
| CTR FAOR | Class D | CTR | GND | 7600 ft MSL |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG SOUTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,446 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,456 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,440 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,482 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,489 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,466 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,469 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,463 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Brakpan Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Brakpan Airport?
The ICAO code for Brakpan Airport is FABB.
Where is Brakpan Airport located?
Brakpan Airport is small airport located in Brakpan, South Africa, at an elevation of 5,300 ft (1,615 m).
How many runways does Brakpan Airport have?
Brakpan Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,902 ft / 1,799 m.
What time zone is Brakpan Airport in?
Brakpan Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Brakpan Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Brakpan Airport is approximately 20.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Brakpan Airport?
The nearest airport to Brakpan Airport is Springs Airfield (FASI), about 5.2 nm to the e, followed by O.R. Tambo International Airport and Rand Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Brakpan Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.