Rio Amazonas Airport
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About Rio Amazonas Airport
Río Amazonas Airport is an airport serving Shell Mera, a town in the Pastaza Province of Ecuador. The airport was established in 1937 by Royal Dutch Shell and abandoned in 1948. In 1949 the Mission Aviation Fellowship, a Christian missionary group, established themselves in the area and used the airport as their main base.
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SESMLive departures & arrivals
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Where you can fly from here
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12A / 30D | 5,052 ft / 1,540 m | 82 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SHELL APP | 119.500 MHz |
| RDO | GUAYAQUIL RDO | 126.900 MHz |
| TWR | SHELL TWR | 122.600 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rio Amazonas Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rio Amazonas Airport?
The ICAO code for Rio Amazonas Airport is SESM, and its IATA code is PTZ.
Where is Rio Amazonas Airport located?
Rio Amazonas Airport is small airport located in Shell Mera, Ecuador, at an elevation of 3,465 ft (1,056 m).
How many runways does Rio Amazonas Airport have?
Rio Amazonas Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,052 ft / 1,540 m.
What time zone is Rio Amazonas Airport in?
Rio Amazonas Airport is in the America/Guayaquil time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rio Amazonas Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rio Amazonas Airport is approximately 5.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rio Amazonas Airport?
The nearest airport to Rio Amazonas Airport is Arapicos Airport (SEAP), about 22.4 nm to the sse, followed by Arajuno Airport and Atacapi Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rio Amazonas Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.