What is the tower frequency at SOCA?

The tower frequency at Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport is 118.1 MHz.

What fuel is available at SOCA?

Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport offers Jet A-1.

Does SOCA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (French Guiana).

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Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport

Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (SOCA/CAY) serves Matoury, French Guiana. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 26 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 5/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SOCA
Name: Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport
Type: large_airport
Category: Uncategorized
Latitude: 4.819964
Longitude: -52.361324
Elevation: 26 ft
Country: French Guiana
Municipality: Matoury
IATA Code: CAY
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: N/A
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: 3196x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: ILS CAT I (Rwy 08), RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 119.900 MHz
ATIS: 132.200 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: EUR 7.50 per metric ton MTOW
Parking Fee: EUR 3.75 per metric ton MTOW per 24 hours
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Cayenne-Felix Eboue Airport, French Guiana (Cayenne-Rochambeau). French overseas territory. CCI Guyane manages airport. Euro currency.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Total and Sara (Guyane refinery) supply fuel. French overseas territory pricing with import surcharges.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: French territory. Immigration and customs handled by French PAF (Police aux Frontieres). Not part of Schengen area. General declaration required. Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew. Equatorial climate with heavy rainfall. Two seasons: wet (December-July) and dry (August-November). Dense jungle surroundings. Single runway (3,200m). Guiana Space Centre proximity may create temporary flight restrictions.

Airport Services

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French Guiana Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure; 3 business days recommended for private; 5 business days for charter

Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights require 3 business days lead time for permit processing.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at SOCA?: The tower frequency at Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at SOCA?: Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does SOCA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (French Guiana).

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