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Matata Airport

ICAO FDBM🇸🇿 Big Bend
Coordinates
26.8670°S, 31.9330°E
Elevation
500 ft (152 m)
Type
Small airport
Region
SZ-LU
Time zone
Johannesburg(UTC+02:00)
Magnetic variation
23.3° W

Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
06:16
Sunrise
06:41
Sunset
17:16
Civil dusk
17:41

About 10h 35m 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 Matata Airport

Matata Airport is a small airport in Big Bend, Eswatini (ICAO FDBM). It sits at an elevation of 500 ft (152 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Big Bend Sugar E Airport (FDBS), about 2 nm to the nnw.

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Live weather

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Map

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code for Matata Airport?

The ICAO code for Matata Airport is FDBM.

Where is Matata Airport located?

Matata Airport is small airport located in Big Bend, Eswatini, at an elevation of 500 ft (152 m).

What time zone is Matata Airport in?

Matata Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Matata Airport?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Matata 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 Matata Airport?

The nearest airport to Matata Airport is Big Bend Sugar E Airport (FDBS), about 2 nm to the nnw, followed by Ubombo Ranches Airport and Nsoko Airport.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Matata Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.