Qaanaaq Airport

BGQQ / NAQ

Qaanaaq, GL

Last Updated
Mar 5, 00:34Z

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Currently using: BGTL
Weather Source: Pituffik Space Base (BGTL)
Distance: 58nm / 108km from BGQQ

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
00:34Z
🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -15°C
10 kt
200° G30 kt
10+ km
Visibility
17,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
985 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI BGTL 050034Z AUTO 20010G30KT 9999 BKN170 M07/M15 A2908 RMK AO2 WSHFT 33 SLP833 TSNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 51 ft
BKN 17,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
17,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,051 ft AMSL
QNH
985 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
983 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (51 ft)
Pressure Alt
899 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,729 ft
ISA Deviation: -21.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD BGTL 041905Z 0419/0601 VRB06KT 9999 BKN080 OVC100 QNH2908INS BECMG 0421/0422 13015KT 9999 OVC070 QNH2910INS TEMPO 0500/0507 14015G25KT 6000 BLSN BECMG 0509/0510 13009KT 9999 BKN050 QNH2922INS BECMG 0513/0514 VRB05KT 9999 BKN040 OVC070 QNH2930INS TXM14/0503Z TNM20/0419Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 0420 NEXT 0511
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
09:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 130° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
GQQ
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
 2,953 ft 98 ft GVL 0°
↓ 8.7 kt • ↔ 5.0 kt
150° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Qaanaaq Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: BGQQ
IATA Code: NAQ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 51 ft MSL

Location

City: Qaanaaq
Country: GL
Latitude: 77.488602°
Longitude: -69.388702°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 2,953 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
200°@10kt
Density Alt
51ft, -7°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

BGTL VFR
Pituffik Space Base
58nm
108km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Qaanaaq Airport

Qaanaaq Airport (BGQQ/NAQ) is located in Qaanaaq, GL at an elevation of 51 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 2,953 feet.

Airport Overview

Qaanaaq Airport serves Qaanaaq in GL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (17/35) with gvl surface. The longest runway measures 2,953 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from BGQQ, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at BGQQ

How to Read METAR Reports
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Handle 10kt winds safely
Current winds: 10 knots
How to Read TAF Forecasts
Interpret terminal forecasts
TAF available
Pre-Flight Weather Briefing
Complete briefing checklist
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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.