International hub · Ilulissat, Greenland
Ilulissat
- Elevation
- 95 ft
- Coordinates
- 69°15′N 51°03′W
- Local time
- America/Nuuk
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Field information
BGJN runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Ilulissat (BGJN/JAV) has one runway, 06/24, 2,772 ft (845 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 5. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at BGJN, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Nuuk
Country
Greenland
GL
Municipality
Ilulissat
Elevation
95 ft
Position
69.2456, -51.0522
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 5
Runways · BGJN
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 2,772 ft (845 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at BGJN.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ilulissat (BGJN / JAV) in Ilulissat, Greenland, through one 24/7 OCC desk. BGJN is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at BGJN
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Greenland
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Greenland. Applicable permit lead times for Greenland are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Greenland are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at BGJN
Direct FBO and handler coordination at BGJN covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at BGJN
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at BGJN is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to BGJN
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for BGJN: 69° 14′ 44″ N 51° 3′ 8″ W; elevation 95 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Ilulissat
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Ilulissat. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at BGJN.
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Cargo Operations at BGJN
Support for freighter operations into BGJN covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into BGJN?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Ilulissat — one desk for the whole trip.