Norse Atlantic makes history in Antarctica


Norse Atlantic makes history in Antarctica

Saturday, 16 Nov, 2023 0

Norse Atlantic Airways has marked a company milestone by landing a Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Antarctica.

The flight mission was contracted by the Norwegian Polar Institute to transport essential research equipment and scientists to the remote Troll research station.

Flight N0787 had 45 passengers, including Norwegian and international scientists destined for different stations in Antarctica.

It also carried a cargo of 12 tonnes of research equipment.

The flight made a stop in Cape Town, South Africa, before the historic landing at Troll Airfield.

Bjørn Tore Larsen, CEO of Norse Atlantic Airways said: “In the spirit of exploration, we are proud to have a hand in this important and unique mission.”

It is a true testament to our highly trained and skilled pilots and crew.”

Norse Atlantic Airways landed on a ‘blue ice runway’ as Antarctica lacks conventional paved runways.

The Norwegian Polar Institute operates the research station located in Jutulsessen in Queen Maud Land, approximately 235 kilometers from the coast.

“Landing such a large aircraft opens up entirely new possibilities for logistics at Troll, which will also contribute to strengthening Norwegian research in Antarctica,” said Camilla Brekke, Director of the Norwegian Polar Institute.

Norse Atlantic has documented the historic flight on its You Tube channel.



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