White River Mercy Air
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 31m 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 White River Mercy Air
White River Mercy Air is a small airport in White River, South Africa (ICAO FAWV). It sits at an elevation of 2,932 ft (894 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,132 ft / 650 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), about 8.2 nm to the ese.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAWVNOTAMs
FAWVReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 / 24 | 2,132 ft / 650 m | — | Gravel | Unlit | Open |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G745 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G653 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| TMA FAKN B | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| TMA FAKN A | Class C | Controlled | 5500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| CTR FAKN | Class C | CTR | GND | 5500 ft MSL |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
| LOWVELD MILITARY AIRSPACE SECTOR (LASS) | Class G | Type 33 | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| FA-R78 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL105 |
| FA-R71 TRANSVAAL MILITARY MIDDLE FLYING AREA | Special use | Restricted | FL105 | 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 White River Mercy Air.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for White River Mercy Air?
The ICAO code for White River Mercy Air is FAWV.
Where is White River Mercy Air located?
White River Mercy Air is small airport located in White River, South Africa, at an elevation of 2,932 ft (894 m).
How many runways does White River Mercy Air have?
White River Mercy Air has 1 runway, the longest being 2,132 ft / 650 m.
What time zone is White River Mercy Air in?
White River Mercy Air is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at White River Mercy Air?
The magnetic variation (declination) at White River Mercy Air is approximately 20.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near White River Mercy Air?
The nearest airport to White River Mercy Air is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), about 8.2 nm to the ese, followed by Nelspruit Airport and Blackie Swart Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. White River Mercy Air data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.