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FASD Saldanha-Vredenburg Airport
Saldanha-Vredenburg Airport (FASD) is a small airport located in Saldanha Bay, in the Western Cape province of South Africa. The land around the Saldanha-Vredenburg Airport is flat. The airport only offers only basic facilities and is set 49ft (15m) above sea level and is 5. 7 kilometers away from Saldanha City Centre. There are no scheduled flights available but private charter jets offer flights to and from destinations around Cape Town.
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Highly detailed Airport Building... Saldanha-Vredenburg Airport (FASD) is a small airport located in Saldanha Bay, in the Western Cape province of South Africa. The land around the Saldanha-Vredenburg Airport is flat. The airport only offers only basic facilities and is set 49ft (15m) above sea level and is 5. 7 kilometers away from Saldanha City Centre. There are no scheduled flights available but private charter jets offer flights to and from destinations around Cape Town.
FEATURES
Highly detailed Airport Buildings and High-Definition PBR textures.
Accurate Runway/Apron Lighting.
Fully AI-Traffic compatible.
Corrected layout with accurate road network and added vehicle traffic.
FASH Stellenbosh Airport
Stellenbosch Airport is a small airport in Stellenbosch a town in the Western Cape province of South Africa, situated about 50 kilometres (31 miles) east of Cape Town, at the foot of the Stellenbosch Mountain.
The town became known as the City of Oaks due to the substantial number of oak trees that were planted by its founder, Simon van der Stel, in 1679 to grace the streets and homesteads.
Stellenbosch is home to the Stellenbosch University and to Technopark which is a modern sc... Stellenbosch Airport is a small airport in Stellenbosch a town in the Western Cape province of South Africa, situated about 50 kilometres (31 miles) east of Cape Town, at the foot of the Stellenbosch Mountain.
The town became known as the City of Oaks due to the substantial number of oak trees that were planted by its founder, Simon van der Stel, in 1679 to grace the streets and homesteads.
Stellenbosch is home to the Stellenbosch University and to Technopark which is a modern science park situated on the southern side of the town near the Stellenbosch Golf Course.
FASP Morningstar Airport
Situated next to the N7 highway just outside Cape Town is Morningstar Airport, some 21 kilometres (13 miles) north of Cape Town City Centre.
Formally known as the Western Cape Microlight Club, Morningstar Airport was founded 24 years ago as an airport for Microlight Aircraft. The Microlight Flying Club still is a non-profit company that leases land from the City of Cape Town. The club members have fully funded all development at the airport through subscriptions, donations, and levies. <... Situated next to the N7 highway just outside Cape Town is Morningstar Airport, some 21 kilometres (13 miles) north of Cape Town City Centre.
Formally known as the Western Cape Microlight Club, Morningstar Airport was founded 24 years ago as an airport for Microlight Aircraft. The Microlight Flying Club still is a non-profit company that leases land from the City of Cape Town. The club members have fully funded all development at the airport through subscriptions, donations, and levies.
Since the early days of catering for Microlight aircraft only, the club has grown substantially and the microlight aircraft have now been replaced by light sport aircraft, non-type certified aircraft, gyrocopters, and high-performance aerobatic aircraft. Today, Morningstar airport is home to over 220 different types of aircraft.
FASS Sishen Airport
Sishen Airport also known as Kumba Iron Ore Airport is located some 6. 5 Km (4 Mi) from the town of Kathu. It is home to one of the largest open-cast mines in the world and known as the iron ore capital of the Northern Cape. The iron-ore railway that runs from Sishen to Saldanha is one of the longest iron-ore carriers in the world. Situated just outside of the Kalahari Desert, it is loved for its remote and unique location. The area also boasts one of the best golf-courses in the country.
Sishen Airport also known as Kumba Iron Ore Airport is located some 6. 5 Km (4 Mi) from the town of Kathu. It is home to one of the largest open-cast mines in the world and known as the iron ore capital of the Northern Cape. The iron-ore railway that runs from Sishen to Saldanha is one of the longest iron-ore carriers in the world. Situated just outside of the Kalahari Desert, it is loved for its remote and unique location. The area also boasts one of the best golf-courses in the country.
Despite its semi-arid environment, Sishen is blessed with a natural spring in the heart of the town, which provides 20 million litres of crystal clear water every day. Known as The Eye of Kuruman, it is the biggest natural fountain in the southern hemisphere. Another interesting attraction worth visiting is the Wonderwerk Cave. At 139 meters deep, this is one of the longest-inhabited caves in the world, with San rock paintings in areas near its mouth.
Sishen Airport is managed and operated by Anglo American and the Sishen Mine. Airlink, a local South African Airline has regular flights on a daily basis to and from the Sishen Airport.
FASZ Skukuza Airport
Skukuza Airport (FASZ) is the only commercial airport in the Kruger National Park, located near the Skukuza Rest Camp some 3 km (1. 8 Mi) from the airport.
The Skukuza Rest Camp is the biggest camp in the world-renouned Kruger National Park and named in honour of James Stevenson-Hamilton, the first warden of the Kruger national park. In 2018, the airport was dubbed “the prettiest airport in the world” by Forbes. From here, travellers can embark on thrilling game drives to spot the iconic... Skukuza Airport (FASZ) is the only commercial airport in the Kruger National Park, located near the Skukuza Rest Camp some 3 km (1. 8 Mi) from the airport.
The Skukuza Rest Camp is the biggest camp in the world-renouned Kruger National Park and named in honour of James Stevenson-Hamilton, the first warden of the Kruger national park. In 2018, the airport was dubbed “the prettiest airport in the world” by Forbes. From here, travellers can embark on thrilling game drives to spot the iconic Big Five – lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffalo – roaming freely across the vast African wilderness. With comfortable accommodation, restaurants, and excellent safari facilities, Skukuza offers the perfect base to explore the park. For added convenience, visitors can fly directly into Skukuza Airport, allowing them to begin their safari adventure almost immediately after landing.
Airlink, a local South African Airline has flights twice daily to Skukuza Airport from Johannesburg International. In theory it is possible to arrive at Cape Town airport in the morning and have your first game drive that evening in the Kruger National Park.
FATP New Tempe Airport
New Tempe Airport is situated 10km (6. 6 miles) north-northwest from the Bloemfontein City Centre, in the Free State province of South Africa. The airport consists of two asphalt runways as well as two glider strips and taxi/micro-light landing strips next to the main runways.
The facility offers hangars and airstrips for light to medium sized aeroplanes, helicopters, micro-lights, gyrocopters, and high-altitude gliders. The airstrip is in uncontrolled airspace and the general flying are... New Tempe Airport is situated 10km (6. 6 miles) north-northwest from the Bloemfontein City Centre, in the Free State province of South Africa. The airport consists of two asphalt runways as well as two glider strips and taxi/micro-light landing strips next to the main runways.
The facility offers hangars and airstrips for light to medium sized aeroplanes, helicopters, micro-lights, gyrocopters, and high-altitude gliders. The airstrip is in uncontrolled airspace and the general flying area is just a five-minute flight to the north. Due to the excellent year-round flying conditions, it is ideal for training purposes.
FEATURES
- Highly detailed Airport Buildings and High-Definition PBR textures.
- Accurate custom-made Runway/Apron Lighting.
- Fully AI-Traffic compatible.
FAUP Upington Intl Airport
Upington International Airport (FAUP) is an airport located in Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa with the longest runway in Africa at 4. 9 km (16,076 ft)!
Upington Airport was opened in 1968 as Pierre van Ryneveld Airport. From August 1976 to December 1982, South African Airways made use of Upington as a refuelling station for two weekly scheduled Boeing 747 flights to London and Zürich, which is why it has such a long runway. The runway was built to accommodate a Boeing 747 with a fu... Upington International Airport (FAUP) is an airport located in Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa with the longest runway in Africa at 4. 9 km (16,076 ft)!
Upington Airport was opened in 1968 as Pierre van Ryneveld Airport. From August 1976 to December 1982, South African Airways made use of Upington as a refuelling station for two weekly scheduled Boeing 747 flights to London and Zürich, which is why it has such a long runway. The runway was built to accommodate a Boeing 747 with a full load of passengers, cargo and fuel, so that it could take off for Europe without having to stop along the way.
In 2006, Upington Airport was updated into a major cargo hub to serve sub-Saharan Africa directly from South Africa's Northern Cape Province. In 2009 a facility was constructed to serve as long-term parking of mothballed (decommissioned) aircraft. Both the improved cargo area and the area for decommissioned aircraft are shown in this scenery package.
As of now, the airport has a modern terminal building and serves as a connection for Airlink flights to and from Upington.
FAVG Virginia Airport
Virginia Airport (FAVG) is a small general aviation airport located 10 kilometres (5. 4 nautical miles) north of the city of Durban, the largest city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. It was officially opened by the Mayor of Durban, Mr Ted Shaw in July 1959 one day before the start of the Governor-General’s Cup Air Race and the airport was also the starting point for the race that year. Virginia airport also serves as a testing ground for newly licensed pilots with many flight sc... Virginia Airport (FAVG) is a small general aviation airport located 10 kilometres (5. 4 nautical miles) north of the city of Durban, the largest city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. It was officially opened by the Mayor of Durban, Mr Ted Shaw in July 1959 one day before the start of the Governor-General’s Cup Air Race and the airport was also the starting point for the race that year. Virginia airport also serves as a testing ground for newly licensed pilots with many flight schools operating from the airfield.
FEATURES
Highly detailed Airport Buildings and High-Definition PBR textures.
Accurate Runway/Apron Lighting.
Fully AI-Traffic compatible.
Corrected layout with accurate road network and added vehicle traffic.
FAWB Wonderboom Airport
During the 1930’s, the City Council of Pretoria decided to build a landing strip on the farm Wonderboom, approximately 15 km (9. 3 mi) north of Pretoria. This was the beginning of Wonderboom Airport (FAWB) and the landing strip was open for air traffic in 1937. Over the years, the airports have been extensively upgraded and the runway lengthened to handle bigger aircraft. More upgrades are planned to include scheduled passenger services to and from the airport.
This airport package has b... During the 1930’s, the City Council of Pretoria decided to build a landing strip on the farm Wonderboom, approximately 15 km (9. 3 mi) north of Pretoria. This was the beginning of Wonderboom Airport (FAWB) and the landing strip was open for air traffic in 1937. Over the years, the airports have been extensively upgraded and the runway lengthened to handle bigger aircraft. More upgrades are planned to include scheduled passenger services to and from the airport.
This airport package has been created with as much detail as it was possible without making it impossible to fly in and out of. This airport is so true to life, it is like being there! For those who have been to Wonderboom airport before, will immediately recognize the airport layout.
FEATURES
Highly detailed Airport Buildings and High-Definition PBR textures.
Accurate custom-made Runway/Apron Lighting.
Fully AI-Traffic compatible.
Corrected layout with accurate road network and added vehicle traffic.
FAWN Cape Winelands Airport
Cape Winelands Airport (formerly Fisantekraal Airport) is an ex-South African Air Force airfield built in 1943 to protect the South African coastline during World War Two. It is located on a 15 ha site and it is approximately 13 kilometres (8. 1 mi) northeast of Durbanville. The airport serves as a general flying airfield and is a favourite for flight training in the Cape Town area.
Originally, there were four runways. Only two are still in use: RWY23/05 and RWY14/32. The old taxiways an... Cape Winelands Airport (formerly Fisantekraal Airport) is an ex-South African Air Force airfield built in 1943 to protect the South African coastline during World War Two. It is located on a 15 ha site and it is approximately 13 kilometres (8. 1 mi) northeast of Durbanville. The airport serves as a general flying airfield and is a favourite for flight training in the Cape Town area.
Originally, there were four runways. Only two are still in use: RWY23/05 and RWY14/32. The old taxiways and other runways are no longer used but are still visible from overhead. The airfield was transferred to the local municipality sometime in the 1960s, and it was sold to a private owner in 1993. In 2021, billionaire Rob Hersov announced his intention to buy the airport and make it a secondary hub for Cape Town.
FEATURES
- Highly detailed Airport Buildings and High-Definition PBR textures.
- Accurate Airport Layout.
- Fully AI-Traffic compatible.