Vincent Fayks Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 11m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Vincent Fayks Airport
Vincent Fajks Airstrip is an airstrip serving Paloemeu, Suriname. The airport was constructed as part of Operation Grasshopper. It was named after the Polish pilot Vincent Fajks who crashed with co-pilot Ronald Kappel with their Aero Commander AC 520 (PZ-TAG) airplane at the site in October 1959, while trying to deliver building materials for the airport. They both received a state funeral in Paramaribo on 11 October 1959. There is a jungle resort on the Tapanahony River near Paloemeu.
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Live departures & arrivals
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Live traffic nearby
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Map
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Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vincent Fayks Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Vincent Fayks Airport?
The ICAO code for Vincent Fayks Airport is SMPA, and its IATA code is OEM.
Where is Vincent Fayks Airport located?
Vincent Fayks Airport is small airport located in Paloemeu, Suriname, at an elevation of 714 ft (218 m).
What time zone is Vincent Fayks Airport in?
Vincent Fayks Airport is in the America/Paramaribo time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vincent Fayks Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vincent Fayks Airport is approximately 18.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vincent Fayks Airport?
The nearest airport to Vincent Fayks Airport is Tepoe Airstrip (KCB), about 20.2 nm to the sw, followed by Apetina Airstrip and Cayana Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vincent Fayks Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.