This live stream shows Qaarsut Airport (IATA: JQA, ICAO: BGUQ), located on the Nuussuaq Peninsula in northwestern Greenland. The camera captures the gravel runway, surrounding tundra, and the small settlement of Qaarsut. Opened in 1999, the airport serves as a vital link for the nearby town of Uummannaq, providing year-round access via STOL aircraft operated by Air Greenland. The airport is situated approximately 13.5 nautical miles northwest of Uummannaq and is connected to Qaarsut by a 4 km gravel road.
Avannaata, Greenland
Avannaata is a municipality in northern Greenland. It was established on January 1, 2018, after the Qeqalataa municipality was abolished and merged with the Upernavik Municipality. The municipality covers an area of approximately 67,000 square kilometers.
The municipality has a population of around 9,800 people, with the majority living in the coastal towns and villages. The largest town and administrative center is Ilulissat, which is known for its proximity to the Disko Bay and the Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Other notable towns in the municipality include Upernavik, Aassiat, and Qasigiannguit.
Avannaata Municipality is characterized by its Arctic climate and vast, remote areas. The region is home to diverse wildlife, including polar bears, musk oxen, and walruses. The economy of the municipality is primarily based on fishing, hunting, and tourism.
The municipality plays an important role in Greenland's politics and economy. Avannaata has several members in the Greenlandic parliament and is represented in various national and international organizations.
