Calling all aviators to northern Finland!

Pudasjärvi airport (EFPU), located in northern Finland just below the Arctic Circle will once again play host to pilots from around the world. The event makes the most of the regions never ending summer days.

The Air Rally will set off from Malmi (Helsinki) EFHF airport and make its way north via several airfields over the beautiful lakes region of Finland on 02 July 2008. During the journey their will be a number of tasks such as spot landings, observation and navigation tests.

Upon arrival in Pudasjarvi there will be a welcome ceremony, dinner and get together around the campfire with other aviators. Accommodation can be under canvas at the airfield or in nearby cabins, hotels and campsites.

Between 3 and 6 July 2008 there will be numerous activities such as formation flights, flying tours to Lapland, precision flying and landing competitions and skydiving. At the weekend airfield is open to the public so they can visit the aircraft and watch the competitions.

For those that wish to extend their visit it is worth noting that the region offers excellent hiking trails and canoeing, especially in the nearby Iso-Syote National park.

For the full programme and registration details click here.