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
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↓ 5 kt
→L 2 kt
Wind
220° · 5 kt
Temperature
11°C
Dew point
5°C
Visibility
N/A
QNH
1018 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
METAR: 27 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | →L 2 kt | 5 kt ↑ |
| 06 | ←R 2 kt | 5 kt ↓ |
Sat 15:00Z → Sat 20:00Z
VFR
[TEMPO FEW015 BKN035]
Temporary (TEMPO)
Few (FEW) 1500ft · Broken (BKN) 3500ft
Sat 15:00Z → Sat 20:00Z
VFR
[24010KT 9999 SCT060]
240° 10 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 6000ft
METAR BGBW 092320Z AUTO 22005KT 150V270 9999NDV NCD 11/05 Q1018 TAF BGBW 081420Z 0815/0820 24010KT 9999 SCT060 TEMPO 0815/0820 FEW015 BKN035
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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.