Pituffik Space Base (THU): Codes, Runways & Location
Pituffik Space Base (IATA: THU · ICAO: BGTL) is a medium-sized airport serving Pituffik, Greenland. It lies at 76.5306° N, 68.7005° W, 251 ft (77 m) above sea level.
Overview of Pituffik Space Base
Pituffik Space Base is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a medium-sized airport, serving the area of Pituffik in Greenland. It is identified by the IATA code THU and the ICAO code BGTL. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Pituffik Space Base has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 3047 m (9997 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surface: asphalt. At least one runway has lighting for night operations. The field elevation is 251 ft (77 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 3 are within reach, the closest being Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) about 108 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 3,047 m — A380 / 747 capable
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pituffik Space Base
Where is Pituffik Space Base located?
Pituffik Space Base is located in Pituffik, Greenland. Its coordinates are 76.5306° N, 68.7005° W.
What is the airport code for Pituffik Space Base?
Pituffik Space Base has an IATA code of THU and an ICAO code of BGTL.
How long is the runway at Pituffik Space Base?
Pituffik Space Base's longest runway is about 3047 m (9997 ft), which can support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.
How many runways does Pituffik Space Base have?
Pituffik Space Base has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with asphalt surfacing.
Is Pituffik Space Base a major airport?
Pituffik Space Base is classified as a medium-sized airport with scheduled service.
About this data
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