Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Suriname

SMJPPBM

Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport

Paramaribo, Suriname

ICAO

SMJP

IATA

PBM

Category

International Hub

Elevation

59 ft

Country

Suriname

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SMJP

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (SMJP / PBM) in Paramaribo, Suriname, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SMJP is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Suriname

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Suriname.

Applicable permit lead times for Suriname are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Suriname are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at SMJP

Direct FBO and handler coordination at SMJP covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

Jet A1 Fuel at SMJP

Fuel on record at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to SMJP

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for SMJP: 5° 27′ 11″ N 55° 11′ 17″ W; elevation 59 ft; local time UTC-3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Paramaribo

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Paramaribo.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SMJP.

Cargo Operations at SMJP

Support for freighter operations into SMJP covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport

Latitude
5° 27′ 11″ N
Longitude
55° 11′ 17″ W
ICAO code
SMJP
IATA code
PBM
Municipality
Paramaribo
Timezone
UTC-3
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To PBM?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for SMJP.

Submit flight inquiry for SMJP

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SMJP

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport?

The ICAO code is SMJP and the IATA code is PBM.

Is Jet A1 available at SMJP?

Yes. Fuel on record at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at SMJP?

Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does SMJP operate in?

Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport operates on UTC-3.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for SMJP?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for SMJP.