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Port Elizabeth Airport
Allister Miller Dr
Walmer
Port Elizabeth
6070
Südafrika
GPS Coordinates:
Longitude: 25,617°
Latitude: -33,985°
Summary
Port Elizabeth Airport is a medium sized airport in South Africa, serving the region of Port Elizabeth. The longest runway is 6.496 feet or 1.980 meters long.
Facts:
Airport size: medium airport Serving area: Port Elizabeth Longest runway: 6496 (ft)
Codes:
IATA: PLZ,
ICAO: FAPE
Flight information:
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About the airport
Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), with the ICAO-Code FAPE, is located in the beautiful coastal city of Port Elizabeth, South Africa. As the fourth busiest airport in the country, it serves as a gateway to the Eastern Cape region. The airport offers a range of domestic flights, connecting travellers to major cities like Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban.
Facilities at Port Elizabeth Airport are modern and well-maintained, ensuring a comfortable travel experience. Passengers can enjoy various amenities, including duty-free shopping, restaurants, and car rental services. The airport also provides facilities for disabled passengers, such as accessible restrooms and designated parking spaces.
Transportation options to and from the airport are plentiful. Taxis, shuttles, and car rental services are readily available, allowing travellers to conveniently explore the city and its surroundings. Additionally, several hotels are located in close proximity to the airport, providing convenient accommodation options for those arriving or departing.
With its efficient services and convenient location, Port Elizabeth Airport is an excellent choice for travellers planning their trip to South Africa's Eastern Cape region.
Hotels and places to stay
Amani Guest Lodge
Victoria & Alfred Guest House
Aristotle Guest House
Treetops Guesthouse
Valley Guest House
La Mer Guesthouse
Doncaster Cottages
Aqua Marine Guest House
The Vic Hotel
The Grand Hotel
Videos from the area of the airport
CRJ-200 Landing on Runway 17 at FAPE/PLZ (Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa)
A Congo Express Bombardier CRJ-200 (Registration ZS-NMM) landing on Runway 17 at FAPE/PLZ (Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa) on an unusually windless day.
Walkaround FAPE/PLZ Control Tower (Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa)
A walkaround video of the view from FAPE/PLZ (Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa) Control Tower. Note the big tent/temporary terminal building which was erected to process the extra passengers...
Landing at Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa
BA6241 landing at Port Elizabeth Airport.
A SAAF Hawk Mk 120 doing a high speed flyby at FAPE/PLZ (Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa)
A BAe Systems Hawk Mk 120 executing a high speed flyby into a right break down runway 08 at FAPE/PLZ (Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa). Thanks to Matt for this vid.
A SAAF Hawk Mk 120 doing a 450 knot initial at FAPE/PLZ (Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa)
A BAe Systems Hawk Mk 120 doing a plus minus 450 knot initial down runway 26 at FAPE/PLZ (Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa).
L-39 doing an Initial down Runway 08 at FAPE
Dave Mandel in his L-39 (ZU-JET) doing an Initial down Runway 08 at Port Elizabeth Airport, South Africa. Filmed with a Nokia N8, stabilized by YouTube ;-)
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