The Cape Winelands Airport, previously known as the Fisantekraal Airfield, could offer local and international flights in 2027, Cape {town} Etc reports.
The 15-hectare site, located 13km north-east of Durbanville, was built in 1943 to serve as an operational base for the South African Air Force. It had four runways and hosted Lockheed Ventura bombers during World War II.in November 2020 and is now owned and operated by RSA.Aero. It serves as a general aviation facility and is a popular spot for flight training.plan. The primary runway will be expanded and realigned to 3 500 metres and a passenger terminal to accommodate 5.
‘We are eagerly anticipating our future role in the city’s dynamic travel and tourism landscape,’ the airport said. The airport said on 8 August 2024 that its environmental impact assessment for the site was underway. In addition, Cape Winelands Airport is set to cut fuel consumption and carbon emissions significantly, with a reduction of up to 10 000kg of fuel per flight.
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