Flight Support in Greenland
Comprehensive Flight Support Services in
Greenland International Airports
Airways Flight Support offers comprehensive aviation solutions designed to meet the unique demands of operating in Greenland. From the outset, our specialists handle every detail — including customized flight planning, reliable fuel coordination, rapid processing of overflight and landing permits, and full-scale ground handling — to ensure your flights are executed with precision.
Serving key gateways such as Nuuk, Kangerlussuaq, Ilulissat, and other airports across the region, we provide smooth, well-coordinated operations in one of the world’s most challenging aviation environments. With Airways Flight Support, you benefit from trusted expertise, dependable service, and cost-effective solutions tailored to the needs of aviation operators in Greenland.
Flight & Route Planning
Flight Permits & Slots
Ground Handling
aviation fueling
Airline Crew Support
Inflight Catering
Flight & Route Planning
Flight Permits & Slots
Ground Handling
aviation fueling Service
Airline Crew Support
Inflight Catering
Requirements for Greenland Overflight and Landing Permits
- Provide a comprehensive flight schedule.
- Include the entry and exit points along with the ATC flight plan.
- Submit colored copies of crew licenses.
- Provide copies of crew medical certificates.
- Include the last simulator training record or last proficiency check report for the crew.
- Provide details of lead passengers for passenger flights.
- Include operator billing address, email, telephone number, and fax number.
Airports List For Greenland
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
- Geographical Location: Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) is situated near the town of Kangerlussuaq in western Greenland.
- Airport Communications:
(Control Tower: 118.300 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: SFJ
- ICAO Airport Code: BGSF
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 67.0125° N
- Longitude: -50.7119° W
- Elevation: 165 feet
- Customs: Available during operating hours
- Immigration: Available during operating hours
- Time Zone: UTC-3:00
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 10/28, 9,816 × 148 feet
Available Hotels
Visas for crew members are typically granted upon arrival via the general declaration (gendec), and they generally have a limited validity period, usually up to 72 hours.
- Hotel Kangerlussuaq: (1.3km from Kangerlussuaq Airport)
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
- Geographical Location: Nuuk Airport (GOH) serves the city of Nuuk, the capital of Greenland.
- Airport Communications:
(Control Tower: 119.100 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: GOH
- ICAO Airport Code: BGGH
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 64.1909° N
- Longitude: -51.6781° W
- Elevation: 283 feet
- Customs: Available during operating hours
- Immigration: Available during operating hours
- Time Zone: UTC-3:00
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 05/23, 9,022 × 148 feet
Available Hotels
Visas for crew members are typically granted upon arrival via the general declaration (gendec), and they generally have a limited validity period, usually up to 72 hours.
- Hotel Hans Egede: (3.5km from Nuuk Airport)
- Hotel Seamen’s Home: (3.6km from Nuuk Airport)
- Nuuk City Hostel by Greenland Escape: (3.9km from Nuuk Airport)
- Kulukis Downtown Hostel: (3.2km from Nuuk Airport)
- HHE Express Hotel: (3.7km from Nuuk Airport)
- Hotel Aurora: (4.3km from Nuuk Airport)
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
- Geographical Location: Ilulissat Airport (JAV) serves the town of Ilulissat in western Greenland.
- Airport Communications:
(Control Tower: 119.100 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: JAV
- ICAO Airport Code: BGJN
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 69.2439° N
- Longitude: -51.0572° W
- Elevation: 101 feet
- Customs: Available during operating hours
- Immigration: Available during operating hours
- Time Zone: UTC-3:00
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 11/29, 3,773 × 75 feet
Available Hotels
Visas for crew members are typically granted upon arrival via the general declaration (gendec), and they generally have a limited validity period, usually up to 72 hours.
- Best Western Plus Hotel Ilulissat: (2.9km from Ilulissat Airport)
- Hotel Arctic: (1.9km from Ilulissat Airport)
- Hotel Søma Ilulissat: (1.8km from Ilulissat Airport)
- Hotel Icefiord: (3.4km from Ilulissat Airport)
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
- Geographical Location: Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK) serves the settlement of Narsarsuaq in southern Greenland.
- Airport Communications:
(Control Tower: 119.100 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: UAK
- ICAO Airport Code: BGBW
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 61.1608° N
- Longitude: -45.4274° W
- Elevation: 112 feet
- Customs: Available during operating hours
- Immigration: Available during operating hours
- Time Zone: UTC-3:00
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 07/25, 6,001 × 148 feet
Available Hotels
Visas for crew members are typically granted upon arrival via the general declaration (gendec), and they generally have a limited validity period, usually up to 72 hours.
- Hotel Narsarsuaq: (570m from Narsarsuaq Airport)
- Leif Eriksson Hostel: (5.4km from Narsarsuaq Airport)
- Igaliku Bygdehotel: (19.3km from Narsarsuaq Airport)
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Queries from Flight Dispatchers
Typical inquiries from flight dispatchers regarding Overflight & Landing in Greenland.
Required Aircraft Documentation
- Air Operating Certificate (Private Aircraft Exempt)
- Airworthiness Certificate
- Insurance Documentation
- Noise Compliance Certificate
- Aircraft Registration Documentation
Official Greenland Overflight & Landing Permits Processing Fees
- According to Greenland Civil Aviation regulations, there are “No processing fees” imposed by the CAA for the issuance of Greenland Overflight Permits.
- The Greenland Civil Aviation Authority will directly issue the air navigation bill to the Airline/Operator.
Validity of a Greenland Overflight Permit
Any aircraft (private, charter, scheduled or otherwise) wishing to overfly or land must obtain prior permission and an overflight permit from the Greenland Civil Aviation Authority, generally at least 48 hours before planned departure
Working hours of the Greenland Civil Aviation Authority
- The operating hours of the Greenland Civil Aviation Authority are from 11:00 AM (1100Z) to 8:00 PM (2000Z).
- Weekends in Greenland are observed on Saturday and Sunday.
Types of Permits in Greenland
Charter and Private Operator Services
- Overflight Permits
- Cargo Flight Overfly Permits
- Commercial Airlines
Commercial Airlines
- Monthly Block Permits
- Seasonal Block Overflight Permits
- Overfly Country Navigation Settlement
Business Jets and Airliners Services
- Landing Permits
- Airport Parking Slot Arrangement
Special Category Flights
- State/Military Aircraft (diplomatic clearance required)
- Scientific Research
- Aerial Survey
Authority to Issue Greenland Overflight & Landing Permits
- Greenland Civil Aviation Authority
- Mailing Address: Greenland Civil Aviation Authority, Greenland
FIR's In Greenland Airspace
- Greenland’s airspace typically falls under the jurisdiction of the Iceland FIR. Therefore, Greenland does not have its own distinct FIR.
- The FIR code for Iceland FIR is BIRD.
Ground Handling Services
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