Somerset East Airport
Daylight today(Oct 14, 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 Somerset East Airport
Somerset East Airport is a small airport in Somerset East, South Africa (ICAO FAST). It sits at an elevation of 2,349 ft (716 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Cookhouse Airport (FACH), about 10.2 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FASTNOTAMs
FASTReference 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Somerset East Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Somerset East Airport?
The ICAO code for Somerset East Airport is FAST.
Where is Somerset East Airport located?
Somerset East Airport is small airport located in Somerset East, South Africa, at an elevation of 2,349 ft (716 m).
What time zone is Somerset East Airport in?
Somerset East Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Somerset East Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Somerset East Airport is approximately 29.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Somerset East Airport?
The nearest airport to Somerset East Airport is Cookhouse Airport (FACH), about 10.2 nm to the e, followed by Henrys Flats Airport and Darlington Dam Lodge Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Somerset East Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.