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Aggeneys Airport

Aggeneys, South Africa

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2648 ft

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Location

Aggeneys · NC · South Africa

Position

-29.282°, 18.814° · 2648 ft elev.

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Remote desert gateway serving the Northern Cape mining region.

Location

Aggeneys, South Africa

Aggeneys Airport is a small regional airport located in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, serving the remote mining community of Aggeneys. The area is known for its significant base metal mining operations, particularly the Black Mountain Mine, which processes zinc, lead, copper, and silver ores. The airport primarily supports charter and light aircraft operations linked to the mining industry, as well as occasional scheduled services. Its remote desert location in Namaqualand means it sees relatively low passenger volumes compared to major South African airports. Ground infrastructure is basic, reflecting the airport's role as a functional facility for an industrial community rather than a major travel hub.

Terminals

The airport has a single, small terminal building suited to low-volume regional and charter traffic.

Getting to & from

Ground transport to and from the airport is limited, with road access being the primary means of reaching the surrounding mining community.

Notable facts

›Aggeneys is located in the Namaqualand region of the Northern Cape, one of South Africa's most arid areas.
›The airport primarily serves the Black Mountain Mine, a major base metals operation in the region.
›Elevation at Aggeneys is relatively high for the area, which can affect aircraft performance in hot desert conditions.
›The airport holds both IATA code AGZ and ICAO code FAAG.
›Scheduled passenger services are limited, with the airport mainly used for charter and mining-related flights.

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