Property description

FABA Airfield: Paved 480m Runway, Thriving Aviation Business & 21.5Ha Income Estate  

Location: Bapsfontein / Kempton Park/Tweefontein Agricultural Holdings, Gauteng, South Africa
Asking Price: R7,500,000 (Sold as a going concern / turnkey asset)
Airfield Identity: FABA (SACAA Recognized / Dedicated Frequency)
Runway Length: ±480 Metres (Paved)
Total Land Extent: 21.58 Hectares (215,843 sqm)  

Executive Summary  

Secure a premier, institutional-grade aviation asset and cash-flowing lifestyle estate in Gauteng's primary flight corridor. FABA (Bapsfontein Airfield) is widely recognized as a highly popular regional hub for microlight, light sport aviation (LSA), and helicopter operations.  

Priced at R7,500,000, this 21.5-hectare estate includes a thriving commercial airfield business generating R40,000 per month purely from hangar rentals and airfield use. Operating at a conservative 40% occupancy, the property offers an immediate return on investment with a verified pathway to more than double yields. Featuring immaculate financial books, a clean Tax Clearance Certificate, and 100% approved municipal plans for all structures, this turnkey asset is primed for immediate, hassle-free acquisition.  

Key Financial & Investment Highlights   

• Immediate Cash Flow: ±R40,000 per month generated strictly from hangar space rentals and airfield utility fees.  
• Massive Expansion Upside: Currently operating at only 40% capacity. Scaling to full occupancy positions a buyer to realize a projected ±R100,000 per month in base hangar rental income alone.  
• Untapped Revenue Streams: Current income completely excludes any revenue from the surrounding active farmlands or fuel sales, presenting immediate "Day 1" monetization opportunities.  
• Turnkey Compliance: Full, up-to-date bookkeeping records, a clean Tax Clearance Certificate, and 100% approved building plans across all structures.   

Premium Aviation Infrastructure & Technical Specs   

• ICAO Airfield Code: FABA (Fully recognized by the South African Civil Aviation Authority - SACAA).  
• Assigned Frequency: Dedicated operational radio frequency ensuring managed, safe regional traffic.  
• Dual-Runway System:   
• Primary Runway: ±480-metre high-durability brick-paved runway (ideal for all-weather LSA and microlight operations, protecting propellers from stone damage).  
• Secondary Runway: Maintained grass runway optimizing flight options based on shifting wind vectors.   
• Elevation: 5,476 feet Above Mean Sea Level (AMSL).  
• Hangar Infrastructure:   
• 9 x Microlight Aircraft Hangars (Secure, high-demand lock-up facilities).  
• 1 x Dedicated Helicopter Hangar (Engineered for rotor-wing storage).  
• 1 x Large Workshop Hangar (Spacious facility for aircraft maintenance or estate equipment storage).    

Residential & Hospitality Improvements   

• Residential Building (3 Flats): A multi-unit building comprising 3 independent flats. Perfect for owner-occupier residency, pilot/student accommodation, flight-school lodging, or additional monthly rental income.  
• Entertainment Boma Area: A large, classic thatch-roof Boma equipped with premium braai facilities. A famous local gathering point for regional fly-ins, aviation club events, and weekend hospitality.   

Complete Asset Inclusions (Sold with Property)  

The property is being sold as a fully equipped, operational entity. The purchase price includes:   

• Estate Maintenance Equipment: Machinery dedicated to runway and airfield upkeep.  
• Workshop Assets: Inventory of tools and estate hardware.  
• Hospitality Assets: All furniture, cutlery, crockery, and entertainment fittings across the residential units and Boma.   

Land Utilization & Strategic Location   

• Surplus Agricultural Income: The extensive land area outside the airfield perimeter is currently cultivated for crops by neighbouring farmers. This can be formally leased out for immediate extra revenue or reclaimed for further commercial hangar expansion.  
• Strategic Transit Link: Perfectly positioned midway on the R50 motorway. This logistical corridor provides rapid, direct access to Pretoria, Delmas, and Standerton, balancing a pristine country flying environment with close proximity to OR Tambo International Airport and Johannesburg's East Rand.