Witbank Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 39m 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 Witbank Airport
Witbank Airport is a small airport in Witbank, South Africa (ICAO FAWI). It sits at an elevation of 5,078 ft (1,548 m) and has 3 runways, the longest 4,134 ft / 1,260 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Benics Airport (ZA-0037), about 1.8 nm to the ene.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAWILive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 4,134 ft / 1,260 m | 36 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 2,500 ft / 762 m | — | Grass | Unlit | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 1,000 ft / 305 m | 30 ft | Dirt | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.500 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY B534 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G653 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G745 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTA FAOR | Class C | Controlled | FL110 | FL195 |
| AWY G465 CLASS C-2 | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| TMA FAOR | Class C | Controlled | 7600 ft MSL | FL110 |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
| PJE WITBANK | Special use | Danger | GND | FL150 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duvha Power Station Chimney | — | 5,233 ft | — |
| Duvha Power Station Chimney | — | 5,246 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Witbank Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Witbank Airport?
The ICAO code for Witbank Airport is FAWI.
Where is Witbank Airport located?
Witbank Airport is small airport located in Witbank, South Africa, at an elevation of 5,078 ft (1,548 m).
How many runways does Witbank Airport have?
Witbank Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 4,134 ft / 1,260 m.
What time zone is Witbank Airport in?
Witbank Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Witbank Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Witbank Airport is approximately 20.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Witbank Airport?
The nearest airport to Witbank Airport is Benics Airport (ZA-0037), about 1.8 nm to the ene, followed by [Duplicate] Benics Airport and Sace Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Witbank Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.