Pilanesberg International Airport (FAPN)
Medium airport · Pilanesberg, North-West, South Africa
Airport data
| Name | Pilanesberg International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FAPN |
| IATA | NTY |
| Elevation | 3,412 ft (1040 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | S 25°20'2" E 27°10'24" -25.33380, 27.17340 |
| Location | Pilanesberg, North-West, South Africa |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9,022 ft (2750 m) | 98 ft | ASP | Yes |
Pilanesberg International Airport at a glance
Pilanesberg International Airport is a medium airport in Pilanesberg, North-West, South Africa, known to airline systems as NTY. The field elevation of 3,412 ft (1040 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FAPN are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
The single runway, 05/23, offers 9,022 ft (2750 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 05 points roughly 50° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for FAPN shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Pilanesberg International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rustenburg Airport | FARG | 36 km (19 NM) |
| Morningside Farm Airport | FAMS | 49 km (26 NM) |
| Lanseria International Airport | FALA | 101 km (55 NM) |
| Wonderboom Airport | FAWB | 111 km (60 NM) |
| Swartkop Air Force Base | FASK | 113 km (61 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Pilanesberg International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 3,412 ft field elevation of Pilanesberg International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 62 airports and airfields we list for South Africa — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Pilanesberg International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Pilanesberg International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Pilanesberg International Airport is FAPN, and its IATA code is NTY. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Pilanesberg International Airport above sea level?
Pilanesberg International Airport sits at an elevation of 3,412 feet (1040 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Pilanesberg International Airport located?
The airport lies at -25.3338, 27.1734 — in Pilanesberg, North-West, South Africa, in the southern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Rustenburg Airport, about 36 km away.
Does FAPN publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FAPN appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Pilanesberg International Airport?
Pilanesberg International Airport has one runway. The longest, 05/23, measures 9,022 ft (2750 m) with a ASP surface.