St Francis Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 16m 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 St Francis Airfield
St Francis Airfield is a small airport in St Francis Bay, South Africa (ICAO FACF). It sits at an elevation of 131 ft (40 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Paradise Beach Airport (FAPX), about 5.7 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FACFNOTAMs
FACFReference 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.
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTA FACT B | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL200 |
| TMA FAPE D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| CAPE TOWN EAST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL145 |
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 | — | 308 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 128 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 351 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 361 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 387 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 289 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 400 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 187 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from St Francis Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for St Francis Airfield?
The ICAO code for St Francis Airfield is FACF.
Where is St Francis Airfield located?
St Francis Airfield is small airport located in St Francis Bay, South Africa, at an elevation of 131 ft (40 m).
What time zone is St Francis Airfield in?
St Francis Airfield is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at St Francis Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at St Francis Airfield is approximately 30.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near St Francis Airfield?
The nearest airport to St Francis Airfield is Paradise Beach Airport (FAPX), about 5.7 nm to the nne, followed by Humansdorp Airport and Vlakteplaas Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. St Francis Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.