Barberton Airport
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About Barberton Airport
Barberton Airport is an airport serving Barberton and surrounding areas in Mpumalanga province in South Africa.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FABRNOTAMs
FABRReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 3,300 ft / 1,006 m | 50 ft | Grs | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | Barberton | 123.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G653 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G745 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| TMA FAKN G | Class C | Controlled | 7500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTHEAST | 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Barberton Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Barberton Airport?
The ICAO code for Barberton Airport is FABR.
Where is Barberton Airport located?
Barberton Airport is medium airport located in Umjindi (Barberton), South Africa, at an elevation of 2,250 ft (686 m).
How many runways does Barberton Airport have?
Barberton Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,300 ft / 1,006 m.
What time zone is Barberton Airport in?
Barberton Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Barberton Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Barberton Airport is approximately 21.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Barberton Airport?
The nearest airport to Barberton Airport is Blackie Swart Airport (ZA-0039), about 8.5 nm to the n, followed by Nelspruit Airport and Tshaneni Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Barberton Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.