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Sao Tome Intl (FPST/TMS) — Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe

At a glance

Operating hours
07:00–16:00 UTC
Customs
07:00–16:00 UTC (on request)
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1
Tower
118.9
Runways
11/29
Elevation
33 ft

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Runways 3/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: FPST
  • Name: Sao Tome Intl
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 0.378175
  • Longitude: 6.71215
  • Elevation: 33 ft
  • Country: Sao Tome and Principe
  • Municipality: Sao Tome
  • IATA Code: TMS
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: FCCC
  • Timezone: Africa/Sao_Tome
  • Distance from City: 5.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 11/29

  • Designation: 11/29
  • Dimensions: 7283 X 148
  • Surface: N/A
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: MIRL, ALS RWY 11/29
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (STM 117.30), NDB (SP 330)
  • Approach Types: VOR/DME, NDB
  • Remarks: Rwy 11 elev 39ft, Rwy 29 elev 16ft. Displaced threshold 200ft both ends. Mag var 1.5W (2026). Fire Cat 5. Mag hdg 104/284. Lighting operational status should be verified on-site.

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.900 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 119.000 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 127.500 MHz
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 07:00 – 16:00
Tuesday 07:00 – 16:00
Wednesday 07:00 – 16:00
Thursday 07:00 – 16:00
Friday 07:00 – 16:00
Saturday 07:00 – 16:00
Sunday 07:00 – 16:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Mon-Sun 07:00-16:00 UTC (UTC+0). Overtime available with 2h prior notice. Fire Category 5. Weekend operations confirmed — STP Airways operates Saturday international (LIS) and Saturday/Sunday domestic (PCP) flights.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +239 2221878
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +239 2221878
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.enasa.st
  • Remarks: ENASA (airport operator). Email: [email protected]. Nav fee collector: ASECNA. Ground handling: Jetwhite Services LDA.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: +239 2221878
  • Remarks: PPR required. Landing permit required for all flights — apply via INAC São Tomé. Overflight permit also required (valid +72h from departure).

Customs

  • Open: 07:00
  • Close: 16:00
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Customs available during airport operating hours (07:00-16:00 UTC, Mon-Fri). Overtime may be arranged with advance notice. Yellow fever vaccination certificate required from endemic areas.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx STN 5,000/ton
  • Parking Fee: STN 2,500/ton per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: STN
  • Remarks: ENASA fees. Ground handling mandatory via Jetwhite Services LDA.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-04
  • Remarks: Limited supply — island logistics. Pre-arrange for large uplifts. Supplier: Just Aviation (contact: [email protected], +971 4 5855 689). Meets DEF STAN 91-91 / ASTM D1655.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: International airport of entry. GENDEC required per ICAO Annex 9 for all international flights. Visa on arrival available for many nationalities. Yellow fever vaccination required from endemic areas. Overflight and landing permits required — contact INAC São Tomé.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No formal curfew. Operations limited to published hours (07:00-16:00 UTC) unless overtime arranged.

Alternates

FPPR

  • ICAO: FPPR
  • Name: Principe Airport
  • Distance (NM): 87.7
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

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NOTAMs

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Nearby Airports

FPPR Principe Airport 88 NM FGAN Annobón Airport 126 NM

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of FPST?
Sao Tome Intl operates from 07:00 to 16:00.
What is the tower frequency at FPST?
The tower frequency at Sao Tome Intl is 118.9 MHz.
What fuel is available at FPST?
Sao Tome Intl offers JET A-1.
Is customs available at FPST?
Yes, customs at Sao Tome Intl is available from 07:00 to 16:00.
Does FPST require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Sao Tome Intl.
Where is FPST located?
Sao Tome Intl (FPST) is located in Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe.
What is the IATA code for FPST?
The IATA code for Sao Tome Intl is TMS.
Is FPST a port of entry?
Yes, Sao Tome Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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