Virginia Airport

FAVG / VIR

Durban, ZA

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

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Currently using: FALE
Weather Source: King Shaka International Airport (FALE)
Distance: 10nm / 18km from FAVG

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
3 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
4,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FALE 141500Z 02003KT 9999 SCT013 BKN049 19/17 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 20 ft
SCT 1,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,320 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,920 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Virginia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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 30 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
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1022 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (20 ft)
Pressure Alt
-273 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 212 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FALE 141000Z 1412/1518 07008KT 9999 BKN025 TX21/1412Z TN16/1504Z BECMG 1412/1414 04010KT BECMG 1417/1419 34004KT BKN030 FM150600 20012KT 9999 SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:56Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 340° 4 kt
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVG
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
3,035 ft 72 ft ASP 28°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Virginia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAVG
IATA Code: VIR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Durban
Country: ZA
Latitude: -29.770599°
Longitude: 31.058399°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,035 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Virginia Airport

Overview

Virginia Airport serves the Durban metropolitan area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Located at coordinates -29.770599, 31.058399, this medium-sized airport operates at a low elevation of 20 feet mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional and local flight operations in the coastal urban environment.

Flying Conditions

As a coastal airport, Virginia experiences typical subtropical climate conditions characteristic of Durban's region. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences, including occasional sea breezes and humidity variations. The low elevation of 20 ft MSL suggests minimal altitude-related performance considerations for aircraft operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (05/23) with a length of 3,035 feet, suitable for smaller aircraft and regional operations. Its geographical proximity to Durban's urban center makes it strategically positioned for local aviation activities. The runway orientation suggests potential wind exposure from different directional approaches.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 provides a standard approach environment with 3,035 feet of asphalt surface. Pilots should assess wind conditions and runway alignment when planning arrivals and departures. The relatively short runway length requires careful aircraft performance calculations and weight management during operational planning.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.