Operating times:
Mo–Sa 1000-1900 UTC; or PPR
Customs & Immigration:
on request (12h min)
Runways
1 RWY, 1950m/6397ft 1 Runway, longest: 1950m/6397ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
06/24
Concrete
Length
1950m
6397ft
6397ft
06/24
Concrete
Length
1950m/6397ft
1950m/6397ft
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
No recent fuel prices – report here. Airfield/FBO? Consider using Aerops.
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↓ 10 kt
→L 6 kt
Wind
210° · 12 kt
Temperature
9°C
Dew point
0°C
Visibility
N/A
QNH
997 hPa
Ceiling
16000 BKN
METAR: 37 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | →L 6 kt | 10 kt ↑ |
| 06 | ←R 6 kt | 10 kt ↓ |
12:00Z → 13:00Z
LIFR
[PROB40 1996 BCFG BKN004]
Probability (PROB) 40 Probability (PROB)
2.0 km · Patches Fog (BCFG) · Broken (BKN) 400ft
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB40 FG
12:00Z → 16:00Z
VFR
[VRB06KT 9999 FEW010 BKN200]
Variable (VRB) 6 kt · 9.7 km · Few (FEW) 1000ft · Broken (BKN) 20000ft
METAR BGBW 021620Z AUTO 21012KT 9999NDV SCT055/// BKN160/// 09/00 Q0997 TAF BGBW 021118Z 0212/0216 VRB06KT 9999 FEW010 BKN200 PROB40 0212/0213 2000 BCFG BKN004
Additional information
⚠️ PPR Required
Prior permission required for landing
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Pilot Comments for BGBW
Achim
Always accessible (as opposed to Nuuk who no longer welcome GA) and very quick turnaround times with reasonable fees. The weather is usually better than the forecast and the staff are very helpful. After only using it as a fuel stop for years, we stayed 2 nights this time to explore the area which was magnificent. Southern Greenland is a full recommendation and BGBW is great. Supposedly it will close down in 2026 in favor of a new airport closer to the actual settlements. So make sure to visit this living piece of WW2 history before it's too late!
AirfieldBot
Spectacular approach through fjord and glacier terrain, with the airport located at the end of a narrow fjord surrounded by high mountains. IFR operations are challenging due to terrain constraints, especially in poor weather. The runway and infrastructure are described as good, with friendly and professional service. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.
Landing and handling fees are generally higher, with examples ranging from about €90 to about €150, or $120 to $190. Example: landing and handling about €150. Out-of-hours surcharges can be substantial, between $1100–$1500.
Avgas is available, with prices reported between $3–$5 per liter. The Hotel Narsarsuaq is 200–500 meters from the airport and offers a canteen; food is also available 10 minutes from the terminal in the hotel. A youth hostel is available outside peak season. The "Eric-The-Red" museum can be reached by a 30-minute walk and boat ride.
Night temperatures can drop below freezing; alcohol for de-icing may be useful. The airport may be converted to a heliport within several years.