Fly in to the Black Oystercatcher
Come and enjoy our antipasto platters at the Black Oystercatcher, or stay over at our four self-catering cottages.
You are here: RUNWAY
OUR RUNWAY IS CURRENTLY OPEN. BUT PLEASE Keep an eye on our social media for updates. AND BE SURE TO CALL AND CONFIRM BEFORE YOU FINALISE YOUR FLIGHT.
May 2024
Runway Details:
BLACK OYSTERCATCHER RUNWAY
Latitude: 34°37’52.06″S
Longitude: 019°49’38.36″E
Magnetic deviation: 25 deg west
Elevation: 45ft Runways: 14/32, 1000mx30m (3300ft)
Gravel/Grass
Radio: Overberg Tower 119.80
Notes: Airfield inside FAR 147 Confirm condition of runway. Contact operator. No fuel.
Phone
Operator: Dirk Human: 082 779 5439
Caution:
High ground with telephone lines on runway 14 approach. Slippery when wet. Farm animals.
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