Tsumeb Airport (FYTM)
Medium airport · Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia
Airport data
| Name | Tsumeb Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FYTM |
| IATA | TSB |
| Elevation | 4,353 ft (1327 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | S 19°15'43" E 17°43'57" -19.26208, 17.73251 |
| Location | Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 4,823 ft (1470 m) | 56 ft | ASP | Yes |
Tsumeb Airport at a glance
Tsumeb Airport is a medium airport in Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia, known to airline systems as TSB. The field elevation of 4,353 ft (1327 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FYTM 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, 12/30, offers 4,823 ft (1470 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 12 points roughly 120° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for FYTM 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 Tsumeb Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grootfontein Airport | FYGF | 56 km (30 NM) |
| Ondangwa Airport | FYOA | 243 km (131 NM) |
| Rundu Airport | FYRU | 255 km (138 NM) |
| Ngjiva Pereira Airport | FNGI | 328 km (177 NM) |
| Hosea Kutako International Airport | FYWH | 359 km (194 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Tsumeb Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 4,353 ft field elevation of Tsumeb 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 14 airports and airfields we list for Namibia — 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 Tsumeb Airport
What is the ICAO code of Tsumeb Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Tsumeb Airport is FYTM, and its IATA code is TSB. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Tsumeb Airport above sea level?
Tsumeb Airport sits at an elevation of 4,353 feet (1327 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Tsumeb Airport located?
The airport lies at -19.2621, 17.7325 — in Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia, in the southern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Grootfontein Airport, about 56 km away.
Does FYTM publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FYTM 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 Tsumeb Airport?
Tsumeb Airport has one runway. The longest, 12/30, measures 4,823 ft (1470 m) with a ASP surface.