Mossel Bay Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 10h 7m 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 Mossel Bay Airport
Mossel Bay Airport is a small airport in Mossel Bay, South Africa (ICAO FAMO, IATA MZY). It sits at an elevation of 531 ft (162 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,757 ft / 1,145 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Cannon Valley Estate Airport (ZA-0306), about 12.9 nm to the sw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAMOLive 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 | 3,757 ft / 1,145 m | 52 ft | Tar | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Unmanned | Mossel Bay Traffic | 124.200 MHz |
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTA FACT B | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL200 |
| TMA FAGG A | Class C | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | FL145 |
| TMA FAGG I | Class C | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| TMA FAGG B | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| CAPE TOWN WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| PJE MOSSEL BAY | Special use | Danger | GND | FL145 |
| PJE MOSSEL BAY BEACH | Special use | Danger | GND | FL145 |
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 Mossel Bay Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mossel Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for Mossel Bay Airport is FAMO, and its IATA code is MZY.
Where is Mossel Bay Airport located?
Mossel Bay Airport is small airport located in Mossel Bay, South Africa, at an elevation of 531 ft (162 m).
How many runways does Mossel Bay Airport have?
Mossel Bay Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,757 ft / 1,145 m.
What time zone is Mossel Bay Airport in?
Mossel Bay Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mossel Bay Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mossel Bay Airport is approximately 28.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mossel Bay Airport?
The nearest airport to Mossel Bay Airport is Cannon Valley Estate Airport (ZA-0306), about 12.9 nm to the sw, followed by George Airport and Leppan Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mossel Bay Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.