De Aar Airport
Daylight today(Oct 16, 2026, local time)
About 12h 50m 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 De Aar Airport
De Aar Airport is a small airport in De Aar, South Africa (ICAO FADA). It sits at an elevation of 4,154 ft (1,266 m) and has 4 runways, the longest 5,171 ft / 1,576 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is De Aar Military Airport (FADY), about 6.2 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FADANOTAMs
FADAReference 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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 5,171 ft / 1,576 m | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 4,483 ft / 1,366 m | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 11 / 29 | 4,040 ft / 1,231 m | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 3,802 ft / 1,159 m | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY W66 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY W95 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG CENTRAL | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| CAPE TOWN EAST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL145 |
| CENTRAL SUMMER GLIDING | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longyuan Mulilo De Aar Maanhaarberg Wind Energy Facility | 262 ft | 4,744 ft | — |
| Longyuan Mulilo De Aar Maanhaarberg Wind Energy Facility | 262 ft | 4,718 ft | — |
| Longyuan Mulilo De Aar Maanhaarberg Wind Energy Facility | 262 ft | 4,721 ft | — |
| Longyuan Mulilo De Aar Maanhaarberg Wind Energy Facility | 262 ft | 4,708 ft | — |
| Longyuan Mulilo De Aar Maanhaarberg Wind Energy Facility | 262 ft | 4,698 ft | — |
| Longyuan Mulilo De Aar Maanhaarberg Wind Energy Facility | 262 ft | 4,560 ft | — |
| Longyuan Mulilo De Aar Maanhaarberg Wind Energy Facility | 262 ft | 4,669 ft | — |
| Longyuan Mulilo De Aar Maanhaarberg Wind Energy Facility | 262 ft | 4,744 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from De Aar Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for De Aar Airport?
The ICAO code for De Aar Airport is FADA.
Where is De Aar Airport located?
De Aar Airport is small airport located in De Aar, South Africa, at an elevation of 4,154 ft (1,266 m).
How many runways does De Aar Airport have?
De Aar Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 5,171 ft / 1,576 m.
What time zone is De Aar Airport in?
De Aar Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at De Aar Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at De Aar Airport is approximately 25.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near De Aar Airport?
The nearest airport to De Aar Airport is De Aar Military Airport (FADY), about 6.2 nm to the wnw, followed by Britstown Airport and Verborgenfontei Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. De Aar Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.