Thaba Nchu Tar Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 25m 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 Thaba Nchu Tar Airport
Thaba Nchu Tar Airport is a small airport in Homeward, South Africa (ICAO FATN, IATA TCU). It sits at an elevation of 4,941 ft (1,506 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN), about 30.4 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FATNNOTAMs
FATNReference 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(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY W95 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| TMA FABL B | Class C | TMA | FL085 | FL145 |
| CTA FABL | Class C | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG CENTRAL | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| CENTRAL SUMMER GLIDING | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | FL195 |
| FA-D28 BLOEMFONTEIN MIL LOW FLYING AREA | Special use | Danger | GND | 1000 ft GND |
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 Thaba Nchu Tar Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Thaba Nchu Tar Airport?
The ICAO code for Thaba Nchu Tar Airport is FATN, and its IATA code is TCU.
Where is Thaba Nchu Tar Airport located?
Thaba Nchu Tar Airport is small airport located in Homeward, South Africa, at an elevation of 4,941 ft (1,506 m).
What time zone is Thaba Nchu Tar Airport in?
Thaba Nchu Tar Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Thaba Nchu Tar Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Thaba Nchu Tar Airport is approximately 25° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Thaba Nchu Tar Airport?
The nearest airport to Thaba Nchu Tar Airport is Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN), about 30.4 nm to the wnw, followed by Ladybrand Airfield and Mejametalana Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Thaba Nchu Tar Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.