Sunset Shores Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
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 Sunset Shores Airfield
Sunset Shores Airfield is a small airport in Sunset Shores, South Africa. It sits at an elevation of 4,955 ft (1,510 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,100 ft / 945 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Vaal Dam Airfield (ZA-0152), about 4.6 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26▸ displaced | 3,100 ft / 945 m | 30 ft | Gravel | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TIBA | Vaal Traffic | 124.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G655 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTA FAOR | Class C | Controlled | FL110 | FL195 |
| AWY G465 CLASS C-2 | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG SOUTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG SOUTHWEST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | 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 Sunset Shores Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sunset Shores Airfield located?
Sunset Shores Airfield is small airport located in Sunset Shores, South Africa, at an elevation of 4,955 ft (1,510 m).
How many runways does Sunset Shores Airfield have?
Sunset Shores Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 3,100 ft / 945 m.
What time zone is Sunset Shores Airfield in?
Sunset Shores Airfield is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sunset Shores Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sunset Shores Airfield is approximately 21.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sunset Shores Airfield?
The nearest airport to Sunset Shores Airfield is Vaal Dam Airfield (ZA-0152), about 4.6 nm to the ssw, followed by Leeukop Farm Airfield and Afrikaanse Hengel Vereeniging (Afrikaans Fishing Association) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sunset Shores Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.