Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ)

Plettenberg Bay, ZA 🇿🇦 Medium Airport

ICAO

FAPG

IATA

PBZ

Elevation

465 ft

Region

ZA-WC

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Airport Information

GPS Code: FAPG

Local Code: Not available

Location: -34.08816° N, 23.328723° E

Continent: Africa

Type: Medium Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Plettenberg Bay Airport (FAPG (PBZ)) is currently undergoing significant changes, with traveler sentiment largely impacted by a temporary suspension of scheduled commercial flights for extensive runway refurbishment. While historically appreciated for its small size and efficiency for general aviation, the airport is presently in a transitional phase, aiming for upgraded facilities and a return to full commercial service by late 2026. For those utilizing the airport for private or non-scheduled commercial flights, the experience generally remains positive, albeit with limited amenities.

What Travelers Love
  • Efficiency and Organization: Historically, when commercial flights were operational, travelers found the airport to be small, efficient, and well-organized, facilitating quick processing.
  • Proximity to Plettenberg Bay: The airport is conveniently located approximately 7 kilometers from the town center, offering quick access to local attractions (around a 10-minute drive).
  • Free Parking: Travelers benefit from complimentary parking at the airport.
  • Skydiving Hub: Plettenberg Bay Airport is notably a popular hub for skydiving, offering thrilling aerial views of the coastline.
  • Anticipated Future Upgrades: There is positive outlook regarding the planned extensive upgrades, including a new passenger terminal, extended runway, expanded apron, and improved fire, rescue, and emergency services, set to enhance the future traveler experience.
Common Complaints
  • Suspension of Scheduled Commercial Flights: The most significant recent complaint is the temporary closure of the airport to scheduled commercial flights due to structural deterioration of the runway and infrastructure issues, expected to continue throughout the summer season and potentially until the last quarter of 2026.
  • Limited Facilities and Amenities: The airport has historically been noted for its small size and lack of amenities, such as cafes or kiosks, with travelers advised to bring their own snacks and drinks. Terminal facilities and food/retail services received low ratings in past reviews.
  • No Runway Lights: The absence of runway lights limits operations to daylight hours.
  • Reliance on George Airport (GRJ): Due to limited direct flight options at PBZ, many travelers heading to Plettenberg Bay opt to fly into George Airport (GRJ) and then use shuttle services or car rentals for onward travel, which is a 1.5-hour drive away.

While Plettenberg Bay Airport is currently undergoing crucial upgrades with scheduled commercial flights suspended until at least late 2026, it continues to serve general and non-scheduled aviation efficiently. Travelers planning to visit Plettenberg Bay in the interim should consider flying into George Airport (GRJ) and utilizing available shuttle or rental car services. The ongoing refurbishment promises a significantly improved and more capable airport experience in the future.

Last updated: 57 days ago

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Designation Length Width Surface Status
12/30 4003 ft 66 ft ASP Active

Type Description Frequency
APP George Approach 128.2 MHz
CTAF CTAF 124.8 MHz

Ident Name Type Frequency
PY Plettenberg Bay NDB 278 kHz

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