FALA — Lanseria
Raw METAR: METAR FALA 052200Z AUTO VRB02KT //// ///////// 05/01 Q1023
Observed: 2026-06-05T22:00:00Z (LIVE_BETA)
Data source: AviationWeather.gov (NOAA) + SAWS/ASECNA/NAMA/ACMAD references
Fetch time: 2026-06-05T22:12:55.244905Z | Latency: 12.9 min
Decoded METAR
| Wind | VRB° 2 kt |
|---|---|
| Gust | -- kt |
| Variable wind | -- |
| Visibility | -- m |
| Weather | -- |
| Clouds | -- |
| Ceiling | -- |
| Temperature | 5 °C |
| Dewpoint | 1 °C |
| QNH | 1023 hPa |
TAF summary
Raw TAF: TAF COR FALA 052209Z 0600/0624 VRB03KT CAVOK TX15/0612Z TN03/0602Z
Valid: 0600 → 0624
Key changes: None
Time to TAF expiry: 25.8 hours
Runway wind components
Why it matters: Crosswind, tailwind, and gust spread affect handling and performance. Headwind is generally helpful but not a limit.
| Runway | Length (m) | Headwind (kt) | Crosswind (kt) | Tailwind (kt) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | 2990 m | None | None (None) | None |
| 25 | 2990 m | None | None (None) | None |
Communications & Frequencies
Cascades from FIR/ACC/information defaults to local aerodrome services. Frequencies are training/reference data and must be verified against official AIS/AIP before operational use.
| Layer | Callsign | Frequency | Hours | Type | Use | Sector | Fallback | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIR | Johannesburg FIR | 124.70 | H24 | informational | En-route FIR contact | ZA inland | -- | needs_official_review |
| Information | Johannesburg Information | 126.20 | H24 | informational | Flight information service | ZA inland | Johannesburg FIR | needs_official_review |
| SAR / Guard | Johannesburg Rescue / Guard | 121.50 | H24 | informational | Emergency / search-and-rescue guard frequency | ZA inland | 121.50 guard | needs_official_review |
| Area | Johannesburg Control | 128.30 | H24 | control | Area/ACC handoff | ZA inland | Johannesburg Information | needs_official_review |
| ATIS | Lanseria ATIS | Verify AIP | H24 | informational | Published ATIS/AWOS frequency not yet curated in the training pack | Aerodrome information | Lanseria Information | needs_airfield_specific_frequency |
| INFO | Lanseria Information | 118.06 | H24 | informational | Primary aerodrome information or advisory frequency | Aerodrome | Johannesburg Information | needs_official_review |
| GROUND | Lanseria Ground | 121.66 | H24 | control | Taxi, startup, and apron movement | Surface | Lanseria Tower | needs_official_review |
| TWR | Lanseria Tower | 118.19 | H24 | control | Circuit, take-off, landing, and CTR control | CTR | Johannesburg Information | needs_official_review |
| APP | Lanseria Approach | 119.63 | H24 | control | Arrival, departure, and terminal sequencing | TMA / approach sector | Johannesburg Control | needs_official_review |
Primary briefing frequency: 118.06
SAR / emergency frequency: 121.50
Coverage note: Training/reference communications transcription for Lanseria. Verify against the latest AIP/AD and ATS unit publications.
Source: ATNS AIS / SACAA | ATNS eAIP / SACAA publications | effective 2026-03-12 | verified 2026-03-15
Runway surface condition
| Runway | Surface | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| 07 | ASPH | Not reported |
| 25 | ASPH | Not reported |
Condition is inferred from sample NOTAM wording when available.
NOTAM highlights
- B1234/24 FALA RWY 07/25 WIP. EXPECT DELAYS.
Carb icing risk chart (quick-look)
Current risk: Moderate
Icing possible; apply carb heat as per POH.
| Temp/Dew spread | Typical risk |
|---|---|
| ≤ 3°C | High (with suitable temp range) |
| 4–6°C | Moderate |
| 7–10°C | Low |
| > 10°C | Minimal |
Profile-based go/no-go (training aid)
Advisory only. Always apply licence privileges, company SOPs, and POH/AFM limits.
Night operations
- Night ops allowed: yes
- Lighting: RWY edge yes, threshold yes, taxiway yes, apron yes
- PPR required: no
- Ops hours: H24
- Notes: Reference only.
Airspace & Circuit
- FIR: Johannesburg FIR
- CTR: yes
- TMA: yes
- Class: D — Controlled aerodrome/terminal airspace
- Service type coverage: control, informational
- Entry/clearance note: ATC clearance required for at least one local service.
- Circuit: L / 1000 ft AGL
- Noise abatement: Training reference only.
Licence access: PPL/CPL/ATPL may operate with ATC clearance and radio; student solo only when the local unit and instructor authorisation permit it.
Limitations: Two-way radio and ATC clearance required before entry. IFR requires instrument privileges and published minima remain applicable.
Special rules & TIBA
Advisory/special-rules details are training notes only. Always confirm the current charted boundaries, frequencies, reporting points, and local procedures before flight.
| Area | Category | Service level | Hours | When it applies | Limitations / notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johannesburg Special Rules West | special_rules_area | advisory | H24 | Lanseria VFR transitions that remain outside controlled entry until handed to tower or approach. | Use the current special-rules chart for sector boundaries, reporting points, and altitude restrictions. |
TIBA note: Where Lanseria traffic sequences visually outside active control, make concise TIBA calls with position, altitude, and intention.
- Special-rules west entry/exit call
- Reporting-point / overhead call
- Circuit joining and leg calls
- Vacated runway / leaving frequency call
AIS publication tracking
Authority: ATNS AIS / SACAA
AIRAC cycle: AIRAC 03/26 | Effective 2026-03-12 | Next 2026-04-09
AIP amendment: AIP AMDT 03/26
AIC status: AIC 12/26
Monthly review target: 15 of each month | Last checked 2026-03-15 | Next review due 2026-04-15
Use the AIS / AIRAC tab for country-level review status and overdue checks.
Time awareness
Sunrise: 04:54 | Sunset: 15:29
Civil twilight: 04:29 → 15:54
What changed since last update
Wind/QNH changes detected
{'wind_speed_delta_kt': -1, 'wind_dir_shift_deg': -230, 'qnh_change_hpa': 0, 'temp_dewpoint_spread_change': -2, 'ceiling_category': {'from': 'normal', 'to': 'normal'}, 'visibility_category': {'from': 'unknown', 'to': 'unknown'}}
Workload today
Low (10.1) — Top contributors: da_ratio
Stability score
Stable (75.0) — Drivers: wind_shift
Trends
Flags
LOW_RISK
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