Airport Codes
Total 1 airports of OCC
Francisco de Orellana Airport (IATA: OCC, ICAO:SECO) is located in the city of Puerto Francisco De Orellana ( Coca), Ecuador.
Francisco de Orellana Airport (OCC) Air Freight Guide
Francisco de Orellana Airport serves Puerto Francisco de Orellana, commonly known as Coca, in Ecuador’s Amazonian region. Based on its regional airport profile and inland location, it is primarily relevant to domestic and regional passenger connectivity rather than as a confirmed international cargo gateway. Our service team treats shipments through this airport as pre-advised, capacity-sensitive movements: acceptance, aircraft loading, customs handling and final delivery arrangements must be confirmed with the operating carrier and local ground handler before cargo is released.
| Airport name | Francisco de Orellana Airport |
|---|---|
| Location | Puerto Francisco de Orellana (Coca), Ecuador |
| IATA / ICAO | OCC / SECO |
| Coordinates | −0.4628860, −76.9868011 |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Logistics positioning | Regional access point for Coca and the Ecuadorian Amazon; international cargo normally requires a confirmed connection through a larger Ecuadorian gateway. |
Key Highlights
- Regional rather than intercontinental role: Francisco de Orellana Airport should not be treated as a guaranteed direct international cargo gateway.
- Capacity is operationally sensitive: Cargo acceptance may depend on passenger-flight belly capacity, aircraft type, weight balance and local handling readiness.
- Amazonian location: Road-feeder planning, weather and river or remote-area delivery requirements can materially affect the end-to-end movement.
- Pre-clearance is essential: The shipper should obtain written confirmation of routing, acceptance, documentation and handover arrangements before cargo delivery.
- Special cargo requires advance screening: Dangerous goods, perishables, pharmaceuticals, live animals and oversized pieces should be reviewed before booking.
Cargo Facilities & Services
Publicly available operational information does not establish a dedicated international cargo terminal, bonded warehouse, cold room, dangerous-goods store or permanent cargo-consolidation facility at Francisco de Orellana Airport. Our team therefore plans the shipment against confirmed handling arrangements rather than assuming that specialized infrastructure is available.
General cargo handling
General cargo may be considered subject to carrier acceptance, aircraft capacity and the appointed ground handler’s procedures. Piece count, dimensions, gross weight and packaging details should be supplied at quotation stage.
Temperature-sensitive cargo
Do not assume permanent cold-chain storage or refrigerated build-up capability. For pharmaceuticals, vaccines, seafood or other perishables, our service team confirms storage, transfer exposure and contingency arrangements in advance.
Dangerous goods
Dangerous goods acceptance is subject to the operating carrier, aircraft limitations, trained personnel and applicable Ecuadorian and international requirements. Advance approval is required before cargo delivery.
Customs and controlled cargo
Import, export, transit and temporary-admission procedures depend on the actual routing and Ecuadorian customs controls. A shipment requiring bonded storage or formal customs intervention should be routed only after local confirmation.
Routes & Transit Times
- International inbound and outbound cargo: A practical plan will usually involve a confirmed connection through a larger Ecuadorian gateway, followed by a domestic air leg or surface feeder to Coca. The exact gateway, carrier and transfer point must be checked at booking.
- Domestic connectivity: Regional passenger services may provide limited belly capacity, but availability, aircraft type, cargo acceptance and operating schedules can change. Our team confirms each movement individually.
- Transit planning: Total lead time is influenced by connection availability, customs status, aircraft payload, weather, security screening, handling cut-offs and the final delivery location in the Amazon region.
- Alternative routing: If Francisco de Orellana Airport cannot accept the commodity or required equipment, our service team compares a larger Ecuadorian gateway with a road-feeder solution, subject to shipper approval.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
- Primary catchment: Puerto Francisco de Orellana and surrounding communities in Ecuador’s eastern Amazon basin, including locations where road access and onward river transport may need separate coordination.
- Energy and field-support supply chains: Time-sensitive operational supplies, tools, replacement parts, personal protective equipment and documentation may require careful dimension, weight and delivery-site planning.
- Remote-area replenishment: General industrial materials and consumer goods can require a combined airport, road-feeder or river-delivery plan rather than airport-to-door air freight alone.
- Perishables and provisions: Food products and other temperature-sensitive goods may be relevant to remote operations, but packaging, storage exposure and last-mile conditions must be validated before booking.
- High-value or urgent items: Electronics, aircraft or industrial spares and samples should be assessed for security, declared value, screening and consignee handover controls.
Operations & Compliance
- Cut-off control: Francisco de Orellana Airport’s cargo acceptance cut-off is not stated as a universal fixed time. Our team obtains the applicable carrier and handler cut-off, allowing additional time for screening, weighing and documentation review.
- Documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill instructions, shipper and consignee tax or registration details, permits and commodity-specific certificates may be required. The exact set depends on the customs regime and commodity.
- Dangerous goods and batteries: Lithium batteries, chemicals, aerosols, fuel-related items and other regulated goods require accurate classification, packing, marking, labeling and a shipper’s declaration where applicable. Misdeclaration can cause refusal or delay.
- Customs examination and delivery: Customs inspection, security screening, missing documents, consignee absence or limited local handling can extend dwell time. The consignee should be ready with customs instructions and a practical collection or delivery plan.
Shipping Tips
- Send our service team the commodity description, HS code, number of pieces, dimensions, gross weight, stackability, cargo value, ready date and final delivery address before requesting a firm quotation.
- Request written confirmation of the complete routing and whether the final leg is handled by aircraft, truck or another approved feeder. Do not deliver cargo to the airport until acceptance and handover instructions are confirmed.
- Use robust, closed and moisture-resistant packaging suitable for repeated handling. Mark each piece clearly with the air waybill reference, consignee contact and orientation or handling marks where relevant.
- For perishables, pharmaceuticals, dangerous goods, live animals or oversized cargo, provide technical specifications and permits early so that equipment, acceptance and contingency options can be checked.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Francisco de Orellana Airport handle international air freight directly?
It should not be assumed. The airport is treated as a regional access point, and international cargo normally requires a confirmed connection through a larger Ecuadorian gateway or another approved routing. Our team verifies the complete movement with the carrier and local handler.
Can I book a direct cargo flight to Coca?
Direct cargo capacity, if available for a particular movement, depends on the operating carrier, aircraft payload, commodity and date. There is no guaranteed scheduled freighter service stated in this guide. We confirm availability case by case.
Is cold storage available for pharmaceutical or perishable cargo?
Permanent cold-chain infrastructure should not be presumed. Before booking, our service team checks the available storage and transfer arrangements, packaging requirements, exposure time and a contingency plan. Active temperature-control equipment may need separate approval.
What is the usual solution for dangerous goods?
The shipper must provide the correct classification, packing details, safety information and any required declaration. Carrier and handler acceptance must be obtained before delivery; some regulated commodities may require an alternative gateway or surface solution.
How should urgent cargo for remote Amazon locations be planned?
Provide the final site, consignee availability, road or river access constraints and required delivery date. Our team then compares airport delivery, domestic air connection and airport-plus-feeder options, with the final transit subject to operational confirmation.
Data Sources & Provenance
Airport identity, codes, location, coordinates, city and time-zone fields in this module are based on the supplied airport master data for Francisco de Orellana Airport, IATA OCC and ICAO SECO. Operational statements are intentionally limited to logistics planning guidance and are not a representation of current capacity, facilities, schedules, certifications or customs approvals.
- International air transport standards and airport-code reference framework: iata.org
- International aviation standards and aerodrome reference framework: icao.int
- Ecuadorian civil aviation regulatory authority information: aviacioncivil.gob.ec
- Ecuadorian customs authority information: aduana.gob.ec
Schedules, acceptance rules, customs procedures, handling facilities, cut-off times and routing options can change. Our service team revalidates these items with the relevant carrier, ground handler and Ecuadorian authorities before shipment execution.