Afobakka Airstrip
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 13m 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 Afobakka Airstrip
Afobaka Airstrip is an airstrip near Afobaka, a village in the Brokopondo District of Suriname. The airstrip is primarily used for emergency evacuation and gold shipment. It is 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) from the campsite of the Gross Rosebel gold mine, which has its own airstrip.
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Live weather
SMAFNOTAMs
SMAFReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Afobakka Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Afobakka Airstrip?
The ICAO code for Afobakka Airstrip is SMAF.
Where is Afobakka Airstrip located?
Afobakka Airstrip is small airport located in Afobakka, Suriname, at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m).
What time zone is Afobakka Airstrip in?
Afobakka Airstrip is in the America/Paramaribo time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Afobakka Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Afobakka Airstrip is approximately 18.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Afobakka Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Afobakka Airstrip is Brownsweg Airstrip (SR-0003), about 10.5 nm to the w, followed by Gross Rosebel Airstrip and Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Afobakka Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.