Grand Central Airport — Midrand, South Africa

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Looking for the Midrand airport code? Grand Central Airport's IATA code is GCJ (ICAO: FAGC).

Distance & flight time from GCJ

Grand Central Airport

Grand Central Airport (GCJ) is a general aviation facility located in Midrand, South Africa, positioned roughly between Johannesburg and Pretoria in Gauteng province. Rather than handling scheduled airline traffic, GCJ primarily serves private aircraft, flight training operations, and corporate charters, making it an important secondary airfield relieving pressure on the much larger OR Tambo International Airport nearby. The airport has a long history in South African aviation and has hosted air shows and aviation events over the decades. Its location within a fast-growing commercial and business corridor has made it convenient for executives and companies operating in the greater Johannesburg-Pretoria metropolitan area who prefer avoiding the congestion of major international terminals.

Runways at Grand Central Airport (GCJ)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
17/356004 ft (1830 m)75 ft (23 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Grand Central Airport (GCJ)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
AFISAFIS122.8 MHz

Airports near Grand Central Airport (GCJ)

GCJ is Grand Central Airport, a general aviation field in Midrand, not to be confused with Johannesburg's much larger OR Tambo (JNB); mainly searched by private pilots and charter operators.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Grand Central Airport?

The IATA code for Grand Central Airport is GCJ.

What is the ICAO code for Grand Central Airport?

The ICAO code for Grand Central Airport is FAGC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.