Cookhouse Airport
Daylight today(Oct 16, 2026, local time)
About 12h 54m 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 Cookhouse Airport
Cookhouse Airport is a small airport in Cookhouse, South Africa (ICAO FACH). It sits at an elevation of 1,893 ft (577 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Somerset East Airport (FAST), about 10.2 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FACHNOTAMs
FACHReference 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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY W81 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTA FACT B | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL200 |
| 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 | — | 2,733 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,661 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,713 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,648 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,703 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,687 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,749 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,772 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cookhouse Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cookhouse Airport?
The ICAO code for Cookhouse Airport is FACH.
Where is Cookhouse Airport located?
Cookhouse Airport is small airport located in Cookhouse, South Africa, at an elevation of 1,893 ft (577 m).
What time zone is Cookhouse Airport in?
Cookhouse Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cookhouse Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cookhouse Airport is approximately 29.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cookhouse Airport?
The nearest airport to Cookhouse Airport is Somerset East Airport (FAST), about 10.2 nm to the w, followed by Henrys Flats Airport and Cradock Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cookhouse Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.