- The first flight GL441 touched down at Qaqortoq Airport on 16 April 2026.
- Air Greenland operated the Dash 8 aircraft from Nuuk.
- Residents gathered to watch the landing after night time test flights.
- The arrival launched scheduled commercial services to the town.
- Crew completed multiple successful takeoffs and landings during verification.
The first flight to Greenland’s new Qaqortoq Airport has landed as Air Greenland flight GL441 arrived from Nuuk on 16 April 2026. Local residents gathered at the airport to witness the historic touchdown of the Dash 8 aircraft after successful test flights the previous evening. Crew members completed multiple landings and takeoffs during the night to verify operational readiness at the new facility.
The arrival marked the start of scheduled commercial services to the southern Greenland town. Passengers experienced the short domestic route that previously relied on helicopter connections or longer detours. Airport officials confirmed all procedures functioned as planned with no technical issues reported during the inaugural operation.
Air Greenland operated the flight under standard safety protocols established for the new runway and terminal infrastructure. The event represented a key milestone in regional connectivity for Qaqortoq and surrounding communities.
Air Greenland shared “We completed successful test flights and the first commercial landing at the new Qaqortoq Airport.”
