Vaalputs Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 25m 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 Vaalputs Airport
Vaalputs Airport is a small airport in Vaalputs, South Africa (ICAO FAVA). It sits at an elevation of 3,340 ft (1,018 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Gamoep Airstrip (ZA-0130), about 13.9 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAVANOTAMs
FAVAReference 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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY R987 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | 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 Vaalputs Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Vaalputs Airport?
The ICAO code for Vaalputs Airport is FAVA.
Where is Vaalputs Airport located?
Vaalputs Airport is small airport located in Vaalputs, South Africa, at an elevation of 3,340 ft (1,018 m).
What time zone is Vaalputs Airport in?
Vaalputs Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vaalputs Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vaalputs Airport is approximately 22.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vaalputs Airport?
The nearest airport to Vaalputs Airport is Gamoep Airstrip (ZA-0130), about 13.9 nm to the nnw, followed by Bosluispan Airport and Springbok Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vaalputs Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.