Barberton Airport

FABR

Umjindi (Barberton), ZA

Last Updated
May 15, 11:00Z

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Currently using: FAKN
Weather Source: Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (FAKN)
Distance: 21nm / 39km from FABR

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
4 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FAKN 151100Z 08004KT 9999 FEW025 23/14 Q1024 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,250 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,750 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Barberton Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 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
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
949 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,250 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,928 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,428 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FAKN 150900Z 1510/1518 VRB03KT 9999 FEW025 TX25/1512Z TN17/1518Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ABR
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
3,300 ft 50 ft GRS
0.0 kt 4.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Barberton Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FABR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,250 ft MSL

Location

City: Umjindi (Barberton)
Country: ZA
Latitude: -25.717147°
Longitude: 30.974974°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 3,300 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Barberton Airport

Overview

Barberton Airport serves the Umjindi region in South Africa, located at coordinates -25.717147, 30.974974. Positioned at an elevation of 2250 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides aviation infrastructure for the local area and surrounding Mpumalanga province.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevated position at 2250 ft MSL suggests potential for variable weather conditions typical of inland South African terrain. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude variations that can impact aircraft performance, especially during warmer seasons.

Notable Features

The airport features a single grass runway (17/35) with a total length of 3300 feet, suitable for smaller aircraft and regional operations. Its geographic location suggests proximity to mountainous terrain, which may introduce complex local wind patterns and potential turbulence during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35's orientation indicates potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should carefully evaluate surface wind direction and prepare for potential wind shear or turbulence given the airport's elevated terrain and grass runway surface characteristics.

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

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.