Cape Wineland Airport is currently in the final environmental impact assessment round and is expected to provide domestic and international flights in early 2028.
The incoming airport was previously known as the Fizanteklar airfield and belonged to the South African Air Force. However, it became privately owned in 1993.
In November 2020, private investors acquired the property at Cape Wineland Airport. Owned and operated by RSA.AERO.
However, there are major plans underway to transform Cape Wineland Airport into an air travel hub to Cape Town with a capital investment of R8 billion.
In an update provided to BusinessTech, Cape Wineland Airport said it was in the fourth final round of public participation in the environmental impact assessment that began Wednesday (March 19).
He added that the airport would like to commission the airport in early 2028. This marks a key milestone in development and accessibility for the region.
Founded in 1943, Cape Wineland Airport is an integral part of the Northern Durbanville district. As one of the oldest airfields in the area, it has primarily served the general aviation community.
The strategic location of the airport is a key asset for regions poised to make a significant contribution to the local economy and the aviation industry.
The first step is to re-enter the main runway to 3,500m. The airport currently has four runways, two inactive and other lengths of 700m and 900m.
They also plan to build a passenger terminal that can accommodate 5.2 million passengers a year, with the central goal of establishing a cohesive link with Cape Town.
The development plan includes vineyards as part of a landscape aesthetic with open spaces including a plaza, hotel, conference center and wine taste experiences.
Other amenities include an outdoor amphitheater for events of up to 5,000 people and many grade parking lots in park-like settings.
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Source: South Africa
