TNCM – St Maarten/Princess Juliana International
Located in St Maarten, St. MAARTEN
ICAO – TNCM, IATA – SXM
Overview
Princess Juliana International Airport (TNCM) is one of the most iconic airports in the Caribbean, located on the island of St. Maarten. Known worldwide for its famous low-altitude beach approaches, TNCM is a major hub for private aviation, VIP travel, and long-range international operations.
With strong aviation infrastructure, efficient handling, and 24/7 operational capability, TNCM supports a full range of business aviation, charter, cargo, and tourism-related missions.
Airport Specifications
• Runway: 10/28 – approximately 2,300 m (7,546 ft) asphalt
• Elevation: 13 ft
• Operating Hours: H24
• Airport Category: International
• ATC Languages: English
• Fire Category: ICAO Cat 9
Operational Highlights at TNCM
✈️ General & Business Aviation Hub
- One of the Caribbean’s busiest private jet destinations
- High season peak: December–April
- Suitable for long-haul aircraft (G650, Global 7500, ACJ, BBJ)
🔧 Ground Handling
Full support available for all categories of aircraft:
- Aircraft marshaling & parking
- GPU/APU support
- Lavatory & potable water services
- Tow bar & towing support
- Baggage loading/unloading
- Cabin cleaning & cabin prep
- Engineering on request
⛽ Fuel Availability
- Jet A-1 available
- Quick refueling
- Price optimization via AFS contract fuel
- Fuel arrangements for tech stops
📄 Permits & Approvals
- Landing permits typically required for charter operations
- Overflight permits depending on routing
- Prior coordination recommended during peak seasons
- AFS arranges:
- Overflight permits
- Landing permits
- Parking confirmation
- Handling coordination
🛃 Customs, Immigration & Security
- CIQ is available on-site (0600-2100L); an extension is available based on prior arrangement.
- Fast VIP clearance options
- Special arrangements for diplomats & VVIP
- Crew immigration support
- Secure entry/exit processes for private flights
👨✈️ Crew & Passenger Services
- VIP lounges and meet-and-assist service
- Hotel accommodations across Maho, Simpson Bay, and Philipsburg
- Crew transport arrangements
- Catering from approved 4–5 star vendors
- Tourist support for passengers on holiday itineraries
🍽️ Catering & Additional Services
- Premium inflight catering
- Passenger catering (gourmet, dietary, special meals)
- Beverage provisioning
- Last-minute requests accommodated
🚐 Transportation & Logistics
- Chauffeured sedans, SUVs, vans
- Secure crew transport
- Airport ramp access vehicle coordination
- Customs-cleared cargo support
📍 Why Operators Choose TNCM
TNCM is one of the Caribbean’s strongest aviation destinations because of:
✔️ Modern infrastructure
✔️ High-efficiency operations
✔️ Dedicated GA handling
✔️ Central location for island-hopping missions
✔️ Reliable fuel supply
✔️ Excellent tourism and VIP services
It is a top choice for:
- Private jets
- Corporate charter
- Seasonal VIP travel
- Tech stops within the region
✈️ American Flight Support Services at TNCM
AFS provides full International Trip Support, including:
- Flight planning & dispatch
- Weather & NOTAM services
- Ground handling coordination
- Fuel coordination & cost optimization
- Visa & regulatory support
- Crew hotel booking (HOTAC)
- Ground transportation
- Meet-and-assist services
- In-flight catering
- 24/7 ops monitoring
- Landing & overflight permits