Stellenbosch Airport

FASH

Stellenbosch, ZA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 07:00Z

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Currently using: FACT
Weather Source: Cape Town International Airport (FACT)
Distance: 11nm / 20km from FASH

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
12 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FACT 040700Z 04012KT 9999 SCT024 12/04 Q1022 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 295 ft
SCT 2,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,695 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Stellenbosch Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 12 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (295 ft)
Pressure Alt
33 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -256 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FACT 040400Z 0406/0512 02010KT 9999 BKN030 TX18/0412Z TN09/0505Z FM041400 36010KT 9999 FEW020 FM041800 36005KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
14:00Z FM041400
+7h
VFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z FM041800
+11h
VFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASH
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
2,492 ft 0 ft ASP
10.4 kt 6.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Stellenbosch Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FASH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 295 ft MSL

Location

City: Stellenbosch
Country: ZA
Latitude: -33.980983°
Longitude: 18.822327°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 2,492 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Stellenbosch Airport

Stellenbosch Airport (FASH) is located in Stellenbosch, ZA at an elevation of 295 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 2,492 feet.

Airport Overview

Stellenbosch Airport serves Stellenbosch 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 (01/19) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 2,492 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 FASH, 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.