Hoedspruit Flying Club
Hoedspruit Civil Airfield
- Situated in the centre of Hoedspruit.
- Weather status: See Webcam and Live Weather tabs, above.
- Hoedspruit Approach/Military:
015-799-2251
- Permission: No prior permission required
Runway
Co-ordinates: S 24 21.100’ E030 56.583’
Runway: 35-17. (1200m x 9m Asphalt)
Altitude: 1800 ft.
Circuits
R/H for 35, L/H for 17 to avoid overflying residential area of Hoedspruit on Western side of Civil.
Hazards
Displaced threshold on RWY 35 due to proximity of Spar Shopping Complex.
Poorly visible SAPS radio mast
75m E of approach path RWY 35 (400m SE of THR 35)
Radio Protocol
Essential to contact Hoedspruit Approach (Military) Freq 126.40 before entering TMA/CTR and again before takeoff.
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Club contact information and signup process. We are an open club and welcome new member to join the club.
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Visitor Pilot Advisory for Hoedspruit Civil Airfield
Welcome to Hoedspruit Civil Airfield, a gateway to some of the most beautiful landscapes and wildlife South Africa has to offer. As a privately-owned facility surrounded by Wildlife Estates and protected areas, we ask for your cooperation to maintain the serenity of our unique environment. Please observe the following guidelines during your visit:
By complying with these guidelines, you help us sustain the balance between aviation and nature conservation. Should you require any further details or have questions about local procedures, do not hesitate to reach out to our airfield operations team admin@hoedspruitcivil.co.za
Thank you for choosing Hoedspruit Civil Airfield. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey
Responsible Airmanship
Exercise good airmanship at all times. Avoid overflying the Wildlife Estates and residential areas during your approach and departure to minimize disturbance to the local community and wildlife habitats.
Protected Area Overflight
Strictly refrain from overflying protected areas. Non-compliance could result in formal complaints and potential legal action. Your cooperation is essential in preserving the integrity of these environmental sanctuaries.
Wildlife Vigilance
Due to the proximity to natural habitats, be vigilant for wildlife activity during all phases of flight, particularly takeoff and landing.
Noise Considerations
Be mindful of aircraft noise. Extra consideration should be given in the early morning hours and throughout Sundays. We strive to be good neighbors and keeping noise to a minimum is a critical part of this effort
Unmanned Procedures Compliance
When Hoedspruit Approach(military) is unmanned, you are required to strictly adhere to the unmanned joining procedures. Familiarize yourself with these procedures in advance to ensure a safe and compliant operation.
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Contact Us
Contact us
admin@hoedspruitcivil.co.za
082 227 9384