Ilulissat Airport

BGJN / JAV

Ilulissat, GL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -14°C
15 kt
130°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR BGJN 040850Z AUTO 13015KT 9999NDV FEW150/// M03/M14 Q0979

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 95 ft
FEW 15,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,095 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF BGJN 040820Z 0409/0418 12022KT 9999 FEW150
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 22 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GJN
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
2,772 ft 98 ft ASP
5.1 kt 14.1 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - BGJN

5,937 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.5%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
0.8%

Ilulissat Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 12°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 6.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.2%
NE
8.2%
E
39%
SE
20.3%
S
12.1%
SW
2.8%
W
2.2%
NW
1.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.4°C
Range: -30°C to 12°C
-30°C 12°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

March September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,937 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ilulissat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: BGJN
IATA Code: JAV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 95 ft MSL

Location

City: Ilulissat
Country: GL
Latitude: 69.243202°
Longitude: -51.057098°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,772 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Ilulissat Airport

Overview

Ilulissat Airport serves the coastal town of Ilulissat in western Greenland, providing critical air transportation for a remote Arctic region. Located at 69.243202, -51.057098, this medium-sized airport sits at 95 feet above mean sea level and supports regional aviation needs in challenging northern environments.

Flying Conditions

Weather statistics reveal predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 88.6% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 10.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 37 knots. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 12°C, creating dynamic atmospheric conditions typical of high-latitude regions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (06/24) measuring 2,772 feet in length, oriented to maximize wind alignment. Its Arctic location means pilots must be prepared for rapidly changing meteorological conditions, though the data indicates relatively stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrences (1.8% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 7 knots. September, November, and December statistically offer the best visual meteorological conditions for operations. Pilots should anticipate easterly wind patterns and be prepared for potential rapid weather transitions characteristic of the high-latitude environment.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.