International hub · Georgetown, Guyana
Cheddi Jagan International
- Elevation
- 95 ft
- Coordinates
- 6°30′N 58°15′W
- Local time
- America/Guyana
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Field information
SYCJ runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Cheddi Jagan International (SYCJ/GEO) has 2 runways; the longest, 06/24, is 11,023 ft (3,360 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at SYCJ, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Guyana
Country
Guyana
GY
Municipality
Georgetown
Elevation
95 ft
Position
6.4985, -58.2541
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · SYCJ
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 11,023 ft (3,360 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 11/29 | 5,002 ft (1,525 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at SYCJ.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cheddi Jagan International (SYCJ / GEO) in Georgetown, Guyana, through one 24/7 OCC desk. SYCJ is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at SYCJ
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Guyana
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Guyana. Applicable permit lead times for Guyana 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 Guyana are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at SYCJ
Direct FBO and handler coordination at SYCJ covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at SYCJ
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at SYCJ is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to SYCJ
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for SYCJ: 6° 29′ 55″ N 58° 15′ 15″ W; elevation 95 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Georgetown
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Georgetown. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SYCJ.
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Cargo Operations at SYCJ
Support for freighter operations into SYCJ covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into SYCJ?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Cheddi Jagan International — one desk for the whole trip.