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Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport

ICAO BGKLLocal UPK🇬🇱 Upernavik Kujalleq
Coordinates
72.1527°N, 55.5310°W
Elevation
92 ft (28 m)
Type
Heliport
Region
GL-AV
Time zone
Godthab(UTC-01:00)
Magnetic variation
30.5° W

Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
04:48
Sunrise
06:28
Sunset
23:00
Civil dusk
00:40

About 16h 32m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.

About Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport

Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport

Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport is a heliport in Upernavik Kujalleq, a village in the Upernavik Archipelago of Avannaata municipality in northwestern Greenland. The heliport is considered a helistop, and is served by Air Greenland as part of a government contract.

Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.

Live weather

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NOTAMs

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Reference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.

NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.

Live departures & arrivals

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Where you can fly from here

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Live traffic nearby

Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.

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Map

Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.

Runways (1)

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLightingStatus
98 ft / 30 m68 ftGvlUnlitOpen

Airspace in this area(2)

NameClassTypeFloorCeiling
NUUK SECTOR NORTHClass GFIRGNDFL195
BGGL FIRSpecial useFIRGNDFL999

Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Greenland airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.

Nearby airports

Great-circle distance and true bearing from Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code for Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport?

The ICAO code for Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport is BGKL.

Where is Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport located?

Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport is heliport located in Upernavik Kujalleq, Greenland, at an elevation of 92 ft (28 m).

How many runways does Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport have?

Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 98 ft / 30 m.

What time zone is Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport in?

Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport is in the America/Godthab time zone (UTC-01:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport is approximately 30.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport?

The nearest airport to Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport is Upernavik Airport (JUV), about 39.8 nm to the nnw.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Upernavik Kujalleq Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.