Vastrap Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 27m 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 Vastrap Airport
Vastrap is a small military airfield situated in the Kalahari Desert north east of Upington inside a 700 square kilometre weapons test range of the same name belonging to the South African National Defence Force. It was constructed to allow the SAAF to practice tactical bombing operations, and for aircraft to service the SADF's defunct underground nuclear weapon test site.
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Live weather
FAVSNOTAMs
FAVSReference 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.
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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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| CENTRAL SUMMER GLIDING | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | FL195 |
| FA-R23 BOTTELDUIM MILITARY SHOOTING RANGE | Special use | Restricted | 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 Vastrap Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Vastrap Airport?
The ICAO code for Vastrap Airport is FAVS.
Where is Vastrap Airport located?
Vastrap Airport is small airport located in Upington, South Africa, at an elevation of 3,245 ft (989 m).
What time zone is Vastrap Airport in?
Vastrap Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vastrap Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vastrap Airport is approximately 20.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vastrap Airport?
The nearest airport to Vastrap Airport is Karos Airstrip (ZA-0363), about 32.8 nm to the s, followed by Upington Airport and Vaalkoppies Settlement Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vastrap Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.