Louis Trichardt Airport
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About Louis Trichardt Airport
Louis Trichardt Airport is a small airport in Louis Trichardt, South Africa (ICAO FALO, IATA LCD). It sits at an elevation of 3,025 ft (922 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,937 ft / 1,200 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Makhado Air Force Base Airport (FALM), about 11 nm to the wsw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FALOLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 3,937 ft / 1,200 m | 59 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 121.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTMA FALM | Class C | Controlled | 8000 ft MSL | FL195 |
| CTR FALM | Class D | CTR | GND | 8000 ft MSL |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
| LOWVELD MILITARY AIRSPACE SECTOR (LASS) | Class G | Type 33 | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| 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 Louis Trichardt Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Louis Trichardt Airport?
The ICAO code for Louis Trichardt Airport is FALO, and its IATA code is LCD.
Where is Louis Trichardt Airport located?
Louis Trichardt Airport is small airport located in Louis Trichardt, South Africa, at an elevation of 3,025 ft (922 m).
How many runways does Louis Trichardt Airport have?
Louis Trichardt Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,937 ft / 1,200 m.
What time zone is Louis Trichardt Airport in?
Louis Trichardt Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Louis Trichardt Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Louis Trichardt Airport is approximately 16.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Louis Trichardt Airport?
The nearest airport to Louis Trichardt Airport is Makhado Air Force Base Airport (FALM), about 11 nm to the wsw, followed by Bergtop Airport and Thohoyandou Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Louis Trichardt Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.