Welcome to Grahamstown Aerodrome

Home of Grahamstown Flying Club.

Established in the late 1930s, the Grahamstown Flying Club is a community flying club serving the Makana Municipality and general aviation in the Eastern Cape.

Discover upcoming fly-ins, airfield events, and community gatherings at Grahamstown Flying Club (FAGT) in Makhanda, Eastern Cape

The Grahamstown Flying Club (GFC), based at Makhanda’s FAGT Airfield, is a hub for general aviation in the Eastern Cape.

Since the late 1930s, we have supported private pilots, aviation training, fuel supply (Avgas), and community events including the National Arts Festival.


Meet the Grahamstown Flying Club Caretaker

Watch the video below to learn a bit more about Brian Chatsunda, our caretaker.

JSF overnight in Makhanda – November 2024

Grahamstown Airfield was proud to welcome the Johannesburg School of Flying on their overnight stop. Their visit brought excitement to the skies and showcased the strong aviation connections across South Africa.

Moments like these highlight our role as a hub for aviators and enthusiasts alike.


“Unsolved Mysteries” – Wouter Botes

Look back at the FlyIn – 24 March


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