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Welkom Airport (IATA: WEL, ICAO: FAWM) serves Welkom, ZA.
Welkom Airport (FAWM/WEL) is a small airport located in Welkom, Orange Free State, South Africa.
- Coordinates: S27°59.88' / E26°40.17' with an elevation of approximately 4402-4421 feet MSL.
- Runway: It has one hard-surface runway, 07/25, measuring approximately 6597-6578 feet (2011-2005 meters) in length and 59 feet (18 meters) in width.
- Current Use & Redevelopment: The airport is currently open to the public. There are plans for a significant redevelopment project to transform it into an international cargo hub, featuring a 5 km runway to accommodate large cargo, passenger, and private aircraft. This redevelopment is part of a broader economic revitalization strategy for the region. However, concerns have been raised regarding the airport's current state of neglect and safety hazards, with reports of disrepair in infrastructure like runway lights and windsocks. The Civil Aviation Association (CAA) has not yet authorized the conversion to a cargo hub.
- Navigation Aids: Welkom Airport has a nearby VOR-DME (WMV) at 116.40 MHz.
*Sources researched: skyvector.com, metar-taf.com, ofm.co.za, airportguide.com*
AirportRoutes · updated Jun 14, 2026
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Where is Welkom Airport located?
Welkom Airport is located in Welkom, ZA, at an elevation of 4421 ft. Its IATA code is WEL and ICAO code is FAWM.