Salangen Airfield Elvenes

Salangen, NO 🇳🇴 Small Airport

ICAO

NO-0008

IATA

-

Elevation

27 ft

Region

NO-55

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Airport Information

GPS Code: ENLV

Local Code: Not available

Location: 68.871052° N, 17.983614° E

Continent: Europe

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Salangen Airfield Elvenes (NO-0008) is a specialized general aviation airport, primarily serving air sports and drone operations, rather than commercial passenger traffic. Recent information indicates it is a non-commercial facility, owned by Salangen Municipality, and focused on activities like gliding, ultralight aircraft, and parachute sports. Overall sentiment among its niche user base of pilots and air sports enthusiasts appears positive, appreciating its dedicated facilities for these activities.

What Travelers Love
  • Dedicated Air Sports Facilities: The airfield features an 800 by 80-meter grass runway and facilities for seaplanes on Øvrevann, making it suitable for a variety of air sports, including motor aircraft, ultralights, sailplanes, parachuting, hang gliding, and paragliding.
  • Annual Air Sports Events: It hosts regular events, attracting enthusiasts for diverse aviation activities.
  • Emerging Drone Center: Arena Elvenes, the area around the airstrip, is recognized as highly suitable for drone operations and is exploring becoming a preferred classroom for drone activities in Arctic regions.
  • Scenic Location and Outdoor Opportunities: Situated amidst natural beauty, the area offers good thermals for sailplane flights, nearby mountains for hang gliding and paragliding, and recreational options like a popular beach, fishing, and hiking.
Common Complaints
  • No Commercial Passenger Services: Salangen Airfield Elvenes is explicitly a non-commercial airport with no scheduled passenger services, which means travelers seeking commercial flights, traditional terminal amenities, or customs/immigration facilities will not find them here.
  • Basic Infrastructure: As a general aviation and air sports facility, it likely offers minimal terminal facilities and amenities compared to larger commercial airports, focusing instead on operational needs for aircraft and participants.
  • Weather Dependency: The grass runway may be subject to operational limitations depending on weather conditions, which is a common characteristic for such surfaces.

Salangen Airfield Elvenes is an excellent destination for air sports enthusiasts, general aviation pilots, and drone operators seeking specialized facilities and a picturesque environment for their activities. However, those expecting commercial flights or typical airport services should be aware of its specialized, non-commercial nature.

Last updated: 67 days ago

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9/27 2624 ft 98 ft Grass Active

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