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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
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2,621 ft | 0 ft | UNK | 0° |
↓ 6.6 kt
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↔ 2.4 kt
160° angle
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Aasiaat Airport - Airport Information
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Overview
Aasiaat Airport serves the coastal community of Aasiaat in Greenland, functioning as a critical transportation link in this remote Arctic region. Located at 68.721802, -52.784698, the airport sits at an elevation of 74 feet mean sea level and provides essential transportation infrastructure for the surrounding municipalities. As a medium-sized airport, it supports regional aviation needs in this challenging geographical environment.
Flying Conditions
The airport's high latitude location suggests significant seasonal weather variations typical of Arctic regions, with potential for challenging meteorological conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential rapid weather changes and reduced visibility, particularly during winter months. The airport's elevation of 74 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude operational environment, which can influence approach and landing dynamics.
Notable Features
Aasiaat Airport features a single runway (12/30) with a length of 2,621 feet, suitable for smaller regional aircraft operations. The airport's coastal Greenlandic setting implies potential for complex terrain interactions, including potential wind shear and turbulence from surrounding geographical features. Precise runway surface condition information is currently unspecified, warranting additional pre-flight reconnaissance.
Approach Considerations
Approach considerations for Aasiaat Airport should prioritize wind assessment given the single runway orientation. Pilots must be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios during landing and takeoff. The relatively short runway length of 2,621 feet requires careful performance calculations and aircraft selection to ensure safe operations in this Arctic airport 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.
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