Baragwanath Airfield

Hiltonia, ZA 🇿🇦 Small Airport

ICAO

FASY

IATA

-

Elevation

5420 ft

Region

ZA-GT

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Airport Information

GPS Code: FASY

Local Code: 5407

Location: -26.348697° N, 27.779546° E

Continent: Africa

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Recent traveler reviews and experiences at Baragwanath Airfield (FASY) in Hiltonia, ZA, predominantly from pilots and flying enthusiasts, indicate a generally positive sentiment focusing on its appeal as a well-maintained and community-oriented general aviation hub. Visitors appreciate the friendly atmosphere and the airfield's historical significance. While it's not a commercial airport, the facilities cater well to the aviation community.

What Travelers Love
  • Well-maintained Airfield and Long Runway: Pilots consistently praise the airfield for being well-kept and having a "very long" tarmac runway, making it a pleasant place to fly into.
  • Friendly Community: The atmosphere is often described as welcoming, with "friendly people" and a supportive environment for amateur aviators.
  • Clubhouse Facilities and Accommodation: The airfield boasts excellent clubhouse facilities including a bar, a boardroom, and three fully furnished cottages available for accommodation.
  • Low Costs and Uncrowded Airspace: Baragwanath offers no landing fees or service fees, with fuel readily available, making it an attractive and accessible option for pilots. Its location within the Johannesburg General Flying Area means typically uncrowded frequencies.
  • Historical Significance: Recognized as one of the oldest airfields and flying clubs in South Africa, it holds a special place for aviation enthusiasts.
Common Complaints
  • Restaurant/Catering Facility: The airfield's restaurant closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and is not regularly open, though efforts are underway to find a new caterer.
  • Road Access: Older reviews (2015) highlighted issues with the road conditions leading to the airfield, although there were mentions of repairs and alternative routes.
  • Unmanned Airfield: As an unmanned airfield without a control tower, pilots are required to broadcast their intentions, which may be a point of consideration for some.

Overall, Baragwanath Airfield is highly regarded by the general aviation community as a historic, friendly, and well-equipped destination for private pilots and flying club members, despite the current lack of a regular on-site restaurant and past concerns about road access.

Last updated: 183 days ago

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