Ilimanaq Heliport
About Ilimanaq Heliport
Ilimanaq Heliport is a heliport in Ilimanaq, a village located just south of Ilulissat Icefjord in Avannaata municipality in western Greenland. The heliport is considered a helistop, and is served by Air Greenland as part of a government contract.
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Live weather
BGILLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NUUK SECTOR NORTH | Class G | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| ILULISSAT | Class G | Type 23 | GND | 5000 ft MSL |
| BGGL FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
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 Ilimanaq Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ilimanaq Heliport?
The ICAO code for Ilimanaq Heliport is BGIL, and its IATA code is XIQ.
Where is Ilimanaq Heliport located?
Ilimanaq Heliport is heliport located in Ilimanaq, Greenland, at an elevation of 52 ft (16 m).
What time zone is Ilimanaq Heliport in?
Ilimanaq Heliport is in the America/Godthab time zone (UTC-01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ilimanaq Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ilimanaq Heliport is approximately 26.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ilimanaq Heliport?
The nearest airport to Ilimanaq Heliport is Ilulissat Airport (JAV), about 9.8 nm to the n, followed by Aasiaat Airport and Qaarsut Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ilimanaq Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.