Rooiberg Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 34m 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 Rooiberg Airport
Rooiberg Airport is a small airport in Rooiberg, South Africa (ICAO FARO). It sits at an elevation of 3,811 ft (1,162 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,728 ft / 1,136 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Zebula Airstrip (ZA-0114), about 11.9 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FARONOTAMs
FAROReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 3,728 ft / 1,136 m | — | Grass | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G653 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G655 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTA FAOR | Class C | Controlled | FL110 | FL195 |
| AWY G465 CLASS C-2 | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTH | 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 Rooiberg Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rooiberg Airport?
The ICAO code for Rooiberg Airport is FARO.
Where is Rooiberg Airport located?
Rooiberg Airport is small airport located in Rooiberg, South Africa, at an elevation of 3,811 ft (1,162 m).
How many runways does Rooiberg Airport have?
Rooiberg Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,728 ft / 1,136 m.
What time zone is Rooiberg Airport in?
Rooiberg Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rooiberg Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rooiberg Airport is approximately 18.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rooiberg Airport?
The nearest airport to Rooiberg Airport is Zebula Airstrip (ZA-0114), about 11.9 nm to the e, followed by Bonwa Phala Airport and Thabazimbi Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rooiberg Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.