PCF Airport Code, Potchefstroom Airport
PCF is the IATA code for Potchefstroom Airport, a regional airport serving Potchefstroom, South Africa. Airlines and booking systems use PCF, while pilots and air traffic control use the ICAO code FAPS. At 4520 ft (1378 m), this is a high-elevation airport, so aircraft need longer takeoff runs in the thinner air.
What is the Potchefstroom airport code?
The airport code for Potchefstroom Airport is PCF. This is the IATA code, the three-letter code you see on boarding passes, baggage tags and departure boards. The airport also has the ICAO code FAPS, used in flight plans and by air traffic control.
Its ICAO code FAPS begins with F, the prefix ICAO assigns to southern Africa.
Where is PCF?
Potchefstroom Airport serves Potchefstroom, South Africa. It lies in the southern and eastern hemispheres, at 26.67° S, 27.08° E. At 4520 ft (1378 m), this is a high-elevation airport, so aircraft need longer takeoff runs in the thinner air.
Runways at PCF
It has 2 runways. The longest is 4,885 ft (1.49 km), designated 03/21.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Potchefstroom?
The IATA airport code for Potchefstroom Airport in Potchefstroom is PCF. Its ICAO code is FAPS.
What is the 3-letter code for Potchefstroom?
The 3-letter IATA code for Potchefstroom Airport in Potchefstroom is PCF.
What airport is PCF?
PCF is Potchefstroom Airport, located in Potchefstroom, South Africa.
What country is PCF in?
PCF (Potchefstroom Airport) is in South Africa.
Where is PCF airport located?
Potchefstroom Airport (PCF) is in Potchefstroom, South Africa, at coordinates -26.671, 27.0819.
What is the ICAO code for Potchefstroom Airport?
The ICAO code for Potchefstroom Airport is FAPS. Pilots and air traffic control use it, while airlines and booking systems use the IATA code PCF.
What is the difference between PCF and FAPS?
PCF is the IATA code used for tickets and baggage. FAPS is the ICAO code used by pilots and air traffic control for the same airport, Potchefstroom Airport.
Nearby and related airports
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