Webinar Destination Norway 2026, by CAA Norway

Michel MASSON • 21 April 2026

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Republished on request by Thomas Hytten, Flight Operations Inspector, CAA Norway.

Webinar Destination Norway 2026

On 15 April 2026, the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority hosted the webinar “Destination Norway”, aimed at pilots planning VFR flights to Norway.

The session provided practical operational insight into flying in Norwegian airspace, with a focus on real conditions, key risks, and safe decision-making.

Access the original CAA Norway article here: Webinar - Destination Norway 2026.

And watch the webinar recording here:

https://vimeo.com/1184045255?fl=pl&fe=cm

The PDF presentation is attached at the end of this Community article.

Key points

Entering Norway

Standard ICAO procedures apply. A flight plan must be filed at least 60 minutes before entry. Special considerations apply for certain aircraft types (e.g. homebuilt or permit-to-fly).

Planning and tools

Use updated digital tools (e.g. www.ippc.no, SkyDemon, ForeFlight).
Check NOTAM, weather and aerodrome information carefully.

Airspace and communication

Norway has a mix of controlled and uncontrolled airspace. In class G airspace, pilots are encouraged to use 123.065 MHz (Unicom) and electronic conspicuity.

Operational risks

Flying in Norway involves:

Rapid weather changes
High terrain and confined areas
Limited infrastructure and fuel availability
Obstacles and GNSS interference in the north

Plan with larger margins than you may be used to.

AFIS

Many aerodromes provide information service only. Pilots are responsible for separation and must check opening hours.

Northern operations

Expect more demanding conditions: changing weather, turbulence, limited fuel and navigation challenges.

CAA Norway, Country briefing 2026 Flying North.png

Emergency preparedness

Close your flight plan after landing, carry survival equipment, and always plan an escape option.

Additional resources

Questions and answers

Check the table provided at the end of the CAA Norway article:
Webinar - Destination Norway 2026.