Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 36m 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 Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome
Swakopmund Airport is a non-towered airport serving Swakopmund, a city in the Erongo Region of Namibia. There are no runway lights.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FYSMNOTAMs
FYSMReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLD AREA OUTSIDE NW >FL145 | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL660 |
| FYWB WALVIS BAY TMA-C | Class C | TMA | 9500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| FYWB WALVIS BAY TMA-B | Class C | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| FYWB WALVIS BAY TMA-A | Class C | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| WALFISHBAY TMZ (70NM) | Special use | TMZ | GND | FL145 |
| WALFISHBAY TMZ (50NM) | Special use | TMZ | GND | FL145 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Namibia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome?
The ICAO code for Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome is FYSM, and its IATA code is SWP.
Where is Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome located?
Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome is small airport located in Swakopmund, Namibia, at an elevation of 207 ft (63 m).
What time zone is Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome in?
Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome is in the Africa/Windhoek time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome is approximately 12.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome?
The nearest airport to Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome is Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB), about 19.6 nm to the sse, followed by Plum Aerodrome and Arandis Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.