Wonderboom Airport — Pretoria, South Africa
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Distance & flight time from PRY
Wonderboom Airport
PRY, Wonderboom Airport, is located just north of Pretoria in South Africa's Gauteng province and ranks among the busiest general aviation airports in the country. PRY serves as a key hub for flight training schools, corporate aviation, air charter operations, and cargo flights, relieving pressure on Johannesburg's larger commercial airports. The airport has a long aviation heritage dating back to the 1930s and has expanded its facilities over the decades to accommodate growing light aircraft and business jet traffic. While PRY does not typically handle scheduled international passenger airline service, it remains vital to South Africa's civil aviation training pipeline and regional charter networks, particularly for destinations across southern Africa.
Runways at Wonderboom Airport (PRY)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 4200 ft (1280 m) | 72 ft (22 m) | ASP |
| 11/29 | 5998 ft (1828 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | Asphalt |
Radio frequencies for Wonderboom Airport (PRY)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GND | Wonderboom Ground | 120.6 MHz |
| TWR | Wonderboom Tower | 118.35 MHz |
Airports near Wonderboom Airport (PRY)
- Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) — 19.6 km (12.2 mi)
- Grand Central Airport (GCJ) — 37.9 km (23.5 mi)
- Lanseria International Airport (HLA) — 43.5 km (27.0 mi)
- O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) — 54.1 km (33.6 mi)
- Rand Airport (QRA) — 65.9 km (40.9 mi)
- Pilanesberg International Airport (NTY) — 111.3 km (69.2 mi)
- Secunda Airport (ZEC) — 135.2 km (84.0 mi)
- Potchefstroom Airport (PCF) — 160.6 km (99.8 mi)
PRY is Wonderboom Airport near Pretoria, South Africa, primarily for general aviation and flight training, not scheduled international flights. Searchers often confuse PRY with Pretoria's other facilities or Johannesburg's main airports.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Wonderboom Airport?
The IATA code for Wonderboom Airport is PRY.
What is the ICAO code for Wonderboom Airport?
The ICAO code for Wonderboom Airport is FAWB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.