Eastgate Airport / Air Force Base Hoedspruit — Hoedspruit, South Africa

HDS denotes Eastgate Airport, more formally associated with Air Force Base Hoedspruit, located near Hoedspruit in Limpopo province, South Africa. The facility serves a dual role, functioning as a South African Air Force base while also handling civilian traffic for tourists visiting the greater Kruger National Park area and nearby private game reserves. Its proximity to premier safari destinations makes HDS a popular arrival point for travelers seeking quicker access to the bush compared to driving from Johannesburg. Charter flights and scheduled domestic services connect the airport to major South African cities, with traffic patterns closely tied to the safari tourism season and school holiday periods.