Air traffic and the volcano in Geldingadalur
There is a high demand for viewing the eruption at Reykjanes from the air. For safety reasons, a maximum number of aircraft has temporarily been defined for BIR2 (Vestursvaedi). The maximum at any one time is eight aircraft and is based on the best VFR conditions. See valid NOTAM. Attention is drawn to the fact that the maximum applies to the entire BIR2 - not the immediate vicinity of the volcano. When flying in the immediate vicinity of the volcano, pilots must ensure that the number of aircraft is such that flight safety can be ensured.
Read moreRegulation exempting vaccinated non-Schengen travelers from travel restrictions to come into force on 6 April
The Minister of Justice of Iceland has decided that the previously announced decision to exempt from travel restrictions those who can provide proof of vaccination or prior infection will take effect on 6 April. The change in regulation will allow travelers from non-Schengen countries, who meet the criteria, to travel to Iceland for non-essential reasons.
Read moreChange of service due to COVID-19
Due to stricter rules regarding the COVID-19 epidemic, the general reception of the Icelandic Transport Authority at Ármúli 2 is closed from Thursday 25 March 2021.
Read moreStricter COVID-19 measures at the Icelandic border from 1 April
Iceland’s Minister of Health has decided to impose stricter border measures at the recommendation of the Chief Epidemiologist. Changes will take effect on 1 April and will affect children and those traveling from areas that are classified as dark red or grey by the ECDC (where the 14-day incidence rate exceeds 500 or insufficient data is available).
Read moreSafe flying!
The Icelandic Transport Authority stresses the importance of pilots showing extra care when flying around the volcanic eruption in the Reykjanes peninsula. The minimum height for VFR flights in rural areas is 500 feet.
Read moreDrone flying is prohibited over 120 meters
The Icelandic Transport Authority (ICETRA) draws attention to useful information on drone flights and rules that e.g. are intended to ensure the segregation of drones and other aircraft, including.
Read moreAviation and volcanic eruption
Due to a volcanic eruption on Reykjanes peninsula, there will be a need for the Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management to conduct recurrent flights with experts and scientists to assess the situation. These flights will be given priority over other aircraft operations.
Read more2021 – The year of Security Culture
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has designated 2021 as the International Year of Security Culture.
Read moreRules for drone flights
Due to possible volcanic eruptions in Reykjanes, great interest can be expected in drone flights, as well as other flights in the area. The Icelandic Transport Authority (ICETRA) draws attention to useful information on drone flights and rules that e.g. are intended to ensure the segregation of drones and other aircraft
Due to a possible eruption in Reykjanes peninsula
When a volcanic eruption occurs in Iceland, pre-determined contingency plans and procedures are adhered to. In the event of an eruption in the Reykjanes peninsula, the following sequence of events takes place among others.
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