Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 21m 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 Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport
Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport is a medium airport in Saldanha-Vredenburg, South Africa (ICAO FASD). It sits at an elevation of 50 ft (15 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,665 ft / 1,422 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Langebaanweg Airport (SDB), about 9.6 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FASDNOTAMs
FASDReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 4,665 ft / 1,422 m | 82 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | LANGEBAANWEG APP | 122.500 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.700 MHz |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA FACT A | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTR FALW | Class D | CTR | GND | FL195 |
| CAPE TOWN WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| FAR 45A LANGEBAANWEG MILITARY FLYING AREA | Special use | Restricted | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| FA-R42 LANGEBAANWEG RANGE | Special use | Restricted | GND | 1500 ft GND |
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 Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport?
The ICAO code for Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport is FASD.
Where is Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport located?
Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport is medium airport located in Saldanha-Vredenburg, South Africa, at an elevation of 50 ft (15 m).
How many runways does Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport have?
Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,665 ft / 1,422 m.
What time zone is Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport in?
Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport is approximately 25.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport?
The nearest airport to Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport is Langebaanweg Airport (SDB), about 9.6 nm to the e, followed by Somersveld Airport and Diepkloof Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.