Norse Atlantic Completes Second Dreamliner Mission to Antarctica

Norse Atlantic Airways has successfully completed its second charter mission to Troll Airfield in Antarctica, marking another significant achievement just one year after becoming the first airline to land a Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the continent’s blue ice runway.

On November 15, 2024, Norse Atlantic’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner, registered LN-FNC and named ‘Everglades’, landed in Antarctica at 10:55 local time. The aircraft was carrying 10.5 tons of research equipment and scientists for the Norwegian Polar Institute and Aircontact.

Mette Birkedahl, Director of Charter and ACMI at Norse Atlantic Airways, emphasized the significance of the mission: “Returning to Antarctica with our Dreamliner reaffirms Norse Atlantic’s ability to handle complex logistical operations. We’re proud to demonstrate the capabilities and efficiency of our aircraft and the operational excellence of our team.”

The journey followed a route from Oslo to Cape Town, then on to Troll Airfield, and back via Cape Town. This mission mirrored the airline’s historic first landing in 2023, which also included a stop in South Africa.

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, designed for long-haul flights, can cover distances of up to 15,400 kilometers (approximately 9,500 miles), making it ideal for these challenging missions.

John Guldahl, Director of Operations and Logistics at the Norwegian Polar Institute, commented on the importance of the milestone: “Landing such a large aircraft for the second time is an important step for us in Antarctica. It opens up new opportunities for logistics at Troll, allowing us to transport more cargo and people in a single flight, strengthening Norwegian research in Antarctica.”

Norse Atlantic plans to complete a total of four charters to Antarctica, all dedicated to supporting scientific research.

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