Rand Airport — Johannesburg, South Africa
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Rand Airport
QRA is the code for Rand Airport, a historic airfield in Germiston, part of the greater Johannesburg metropolitan area in South Africa. Established in the 1920s, Rand Airport is one of the oldest operating airports in South Africa and served as Johannesburg's main airport before O.R. Tambo International took over that role. Today QRA functions primarily as a general aviation hub, hosting flight schools, aircraft maintenance operations, air charter companies, and a notable collection of vintage aircraft, including the South African Airways Museum. Its art deco terminal building is a heritage site, reflecting the golden age of aviation. Rand Airport continues to play an active role in South African general and business aviation despite Johannesburg's much larger international airport nearby.
Runways at Rand Airport (QRA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 5617 ft (1712 m) | 50 ft (15 m) | ASP |
| 17/35 | 4898 ft (1493 m) | 50 ft (15 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Rand Airport (QRA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | JOHANNESBURG APP | 124.5 MHz |
| MISC | APRON OFFICE | 130.5 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.7 MHz |
Airports near Rand Airport (QRA)
- O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) — 14.9 km (9.3 mi)
- Grand Central Airport (GCJ) — 28.5 km (17.7 mi)
- Lanseria International Airport (HLA) — 40.5 km (25.2 mi)
- Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) — 46.4 km (28.8 mi)
- Wonderboom Airport (PRY) — 65.9 km (40.9 mi)
- Secunda Airport (ZEC) — 106.2 km (66.0 mi)
- Potchefstroom Airport (PCF) — 116.6 km (72.5 mi)
- Pilanesberg International Airport (NTY) — 140.7 km (87.4 mi)
QRA is Rand Airport in Germiston, near Johannesburg, South Africa's oldest operating airport. Searchers usually want its history as a former main airport, now used for general aviation.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Rand Airport?
The IATA code for Rand Airport is QRA.
What is the ICAO code for Rand Airport?
The ICAO code for Rand Airport is FAGM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.