Pilgrims Rest Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 32m 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 Pilgrims Rest Airport
Pilgrims Rest Airport is a small airport in Mankolehlotlo, South Africa (ICAO FAPO). It sits at an elevation of 3,802 ft (1,159 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Blyde Canyon Airport (ZA-0071), about 12.9 nm to the n.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAPONOTAMs
FAPOReference 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(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G653 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| TMA FAHS | Class C | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
| LOWVELD MILITARY AIRSPACE SECTOR (LASS) | Class G | Type 33 | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| FA-R71 TRANSVAAL MILITARY MIDDLE FLYING AREA | Special use | Restricted | FL105 | FL195 |
| FA-R78 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL105 |
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 Pilgrims Rest Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Pilgrims Rest Airport?
The ICAO code for Pilgrims Rest Airport is FAPO.
Where is Pilgrims Rest Airport located?
Pilgrims Rest Airport is small airport located in Mankolehlotlo, South Africa, at an elevation of 3,802 ft (1,159 m).
What time zone is Pilgrims Rest Airport in?
Pilgrims Rest Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pilgrims Rest Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pilgrims Rest Airport is approximately 19.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pilgrims Rest Airport?
The nearest airport to Pilgrims Rest Airport is Blyde Canyon Airport (ZA-0071), about 12.9 nm to the n, followed by Umbabat Aero Camp Airfield and Hazyview Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pilgrims Rest Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.