Volksrust Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 11h 33m 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 Volksrust Airport
Volksrust Airport is a small airport in Volksrust, South Africa (ICAO FAVU). It sits at an elevation of 5,610 ft (1,710 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Wakkerstroom Airport (ZA-0028), about 16.4 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAVUNOTAMs
FAVUReference 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG SOUTHEAST | 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 Volksrust Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Volksrust Airport?
The ICAO code for Volksrust Airport is FAVU.
Where is Volksrust Airport located?
Volksrust Airport is small airport located in Volksrust, South Africa, at an elevation of 5,610 ft (1,710 m).
What time zone is Volksrust Airport in?
Volksrust Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Volksrust Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Volksrust Airport is approximately 23.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Volksrust Airport?
The nearest airport to Volksrust Airport is Wakkerstroom Airport (ZA-0028), about 16.4 nm to the e, followed by Majuba Power Station Airport and Amersfoort Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Volksrust Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.