Pituffik Space Base

BGTL / THU

Pituffik, GL

BGTL (THU) Pituffik Space Base — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

Airport charts, approach plates, and operational data for Pituffik Space Base (BGTL) directly from the official Aeronautical Information Publication.

Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

Airport Operations

Military airfield with PPR required 30 days in advance (72 hours for blanket approval). Special crew and aircraft authorization required. Operations MON-FRI only with limited services.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
Yes
Fuel Types
JP-8 (F-34)
Fuel Hours
MON-THU 1100-2030, FRI 1100-1930
Operating Hours
MON-THU 1000-2100, FRI 1000-2000, CLSD SAT, SUN and US HOL
Customs
Available (As AD)

Valid Identaplate DD form 1896, or cash only (USD). Credit cards not accepted. Alternative payment must be arranged prior to arrival. Contact Fuels ext. 2553 or ext. 2810

Parking & Handling

PPR Required

Special Procedures

MIL AD, PPR. Special crew and aircraft authorization required. Commercial aircraft contact flight standards district office or principal operations inspector for guidance. Pituffik SB is a true north airfield. No MAG variation has been applied. Aircraft required to land/depart 15 minutes prior to closure to allow proper ATC handling

PPL / GA Operations

Military base requiring Prior Permission Required (PPR) 30 days in advance. Cannot be used for planned emergency divert or weather alternate. True north airfield with no magnetic variation applied. Confirmed quarters required before arrival.

Source: AIP data extracted Apr 6, 2026. Always verify with official AIP before flight. View source

Radio Frequencies

6 frequencies
Tower
126.200
MHz
TWR
Ground
119.900
MHz
GND
Approach
134.100
MHz
APP
Clearance
119.900
MHz
CLNC DEL
OPS
131.100
MHz
BASE OPS
A/G
836.400
MHz
EMERG CW FREQUENCY
Emergency Frequency
121.500
International Emergency

Usage Instructions:

Tower: Airport traffic control
Ground: Surface movement control
Approach: Terminal area control
ATIS: Automated weather & airport info
• Click any frequency to copy to clipboard
• Always verify frequencies with current charts before flight
• Frequencies may change - check NOTAMs for updates
Data Source: Frequencies are sourced from OurAirports.com, updated daily. Always verify current frequencies using official airport charts, AIP publications, or contact the airport directly. Frequencies may change due to operational requirements or regulatory updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charts are available for BGTL (THU) Pituffik Space Base?

Official charts for BGTL are published in the national Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). Chart data for this airport is being added to our database.

Where can I find instrument approach plates for BGTL?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for BGTL (THU) Pituffik Space Base are available on this page, linking directly to the official PDF charts published by the aviation authority. These include ILS, RNAV/GPS, VOR and LOC approaches for all runways.

Are the charts for BGTL free?

Yes, all chart links on this page point to official free sources including FAA d-TPP, EUROCONTROL eAIPs, and national aviation authority publications. No subscription required.

How often are charts updated?

Official charts follow the AIRAC cycle and are updated every 28 days. The links on this page always point to the current effective cycle from the official source.