Flugplatz Idre, Regional airport in Älvdalen Municipality, Sweden
Flugplatz Idre is a regional airfield in Älvdalen Municipality situated about 1 km northwest of Idre village. The runway is a paved surface positioned at approximately 450 meters elevation.
The airfield was developed in the 1990s as a commercial airport and offered regular service to Stockholm. When these scheduled flights ended in the late 1990s, the facility lost its commercial purpose.
The airfield serves as a gateway to a mountain region where skiing and outdoor pursuits define the local character. Visitors use this location to access the surrounding landscape for their leisure activities.
Pilots must contact the airfield before attempting to land and maintain radio communication for safety. It is advisable to familiarize yourself with local conditions and any obstacles before arriving.
The airfield is located in an area with regular wildlife activity, where bears, reindeer, elk, and deer frequently appear near the runway. Special protocols exist to manage these encounters safely.
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