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Kangaatsiaq Heliport

IATA QPWICAO BGKA🇬🇱 Kangaatsiaq
Coordinates
68.3127°N, 53.4602°W
Elevation
17 ft (5 m)
Type
Heliport
Region
GL-QK
Time zone
Godthab(UTC-01:00)
Magnetic variation
27.1° W

About Kangaatsiaq Heliport

Kangaatsiaq Heliport is a heliport in Kangaatsiaq, a village in Qeqertalik municipality in western Greenland. The heliport is considered a helistop, and is served by Air Greenland as part of a government contract.

Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.

Live weather

BGKA

Live departures & arrivals

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Where you can fly from here

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Map

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

Runways (0)

No runway data recorded for this airport.

Airspace in this area(4)

NameClassTypeFloorCeiling
NUUK TMA AClass CTMA6500 ft MSLFL195
SONDRESTROMClass ECTA6500 ft MSLFL195
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 Kangaatsiaq Heliport.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code for Kangaatsiaq Heliport?

The ICAO code for Kangaatsiaq Heliport is BGKA, and its IATA code is QPW.

Where is Kangaatsiaq Heliport located?

Kangaatsiaq Heliport is heliport located in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m).

What time zone is Kangaatsiaq Heliport in?

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

What is the magnetic variation at Kangaatsiaq Heliport?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Kangaatsiaq Heliport is approximately 27.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Kangaatsiaq Heliport?

The nearest airport to Kangaatsiaq Heliport is Aasiaat Airport (JEG), about 28.7 nm to the nne.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

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