Flying IFR in Scandinavia

Flying IFR in Scandinavia is challenged by weather conditions. In the summer season, ground temp is normally between 15-20 deg C. This means that icing is often expected at FL 100. CB's form in coastal areas during the summer and a WX-radar gives good opportunity for finding smooth air. In the wintertime we fly more on-top and ice build-up does not happen so often if OAt is below -20deg C. Runway conditions are often slippery in the winter and must be taken into consideration. Below you can see a picture from approach into 19R at OSL on a October day in rain.