Ngala Airport

FANG / NGL

Ngala, ZA

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

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Currently using: FAKN
Weather Source: Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (FAKN)
Distance: 61nm / 113km from FANG

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
7 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FAKN 141800Z 08007KT 9999 SCT020 17/15 Q1026 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,357 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,357 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ngala Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 7 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
914 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,357 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,975 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,021 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FAKN 140900Z 1410/1418 07008KT 9999 BKN035 TX21/1413Z TN18/1418Z BECMG 1414/1416 BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANG
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
3,658 ft 30 ft
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ngala Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FANG
IATA Code: NGL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,357 ft MSL

Location

City: Ngala
Country: ZA
Latitude: -24.389000°
Longitude: 31.326000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 3,658 ft
Width: 30 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Ngala Airport

Ngala Airport (FANG/NGL) is located in Ngala, ZA at an elevation of 3,357 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (15/33), with the longest at 3,658 feet.

Airport Overview

Ngala Airport serves Ngala in ZA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (15/33) with surface. The longest runway measures 3,658 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3357 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from FANG, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.