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Cayana Airstrip (IATA: AAJ, ICAO: SMCA) is a small remote airstrip serving Awaradam, a village in Suriname’s interior. Located at approximately 3.899°N, 55.578°W, it provides essential air access for local communities, medical flights, and charter traffic where road connections are limited. The strip is basic and primarily handles light aircraft rather than scheduled airline service.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to book morning flights when possible; afternoon thunderstorms and low visibility can delay or cancel small-aircraft operations in Suriname’s interior.
🚖 Getting There
Getting to or from Cayana Airstrip is normally arranged by charter flight from Paramaribo or another interior airstrip, as there is no public transit at the strip. Coordinate ground pickup with your lodge, local contact, or village representative before departure, since the airstrip is remote. River travel may also be possible depending on water levels and local arrangements, but it is slower and weather-dependent.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Cayana Airstrip?
A: Cayana Airstrip uses IATA code AAJ and ICAO code SMCA.
Q: Where is Cayana Airstrip located?
A: It is near Awaradam in Suriname, at coordinates 3.899, -55.578, in a remote interior region.
Q: Are there scheduled flights to Cayana Airstrip?
A: No regular scheduled airline service is typical; access is usually by charter, air taxi, or private light aircraft arranged in advance.
Q: What facilities are available at the airstrip?
A: Expect only basic airstrip infrastructure; there is no full terminal, and services such as fuel, weather briefing, and ground transport should be arranged ahead.
AI-generated content · Generated Oct 2, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash