Sweden “Skärgård”
A Discover-Europe Series Achievement
Sweden, the largest country in Scandinavia, offers pilots a landscape shaped by forests, lakes, and dramatic northern wilderness. Stretching from the Baltic coastline to the Arctic Circle, this journey will take us across a country where modern cities meet ancient Nordic history. Along the way we’ll fly past thousands of lakes, trace rugged coastlines dotted with islands, and venture into the quiet beauty of Sweden’s vast forests.
Our route will highlight a mix of scenic countryside and unique Nordic destinations from historic towns and coastal harbors to remote airfields surrounded by wilderness. As we head north, the terrain becomes more rugged and untamed, offering spectacular views and a sense of the immense scale of Scandinavia.
Whether you’re flying a nimble bush plane, a reliable GA cruiser, or a helicopter, Sweden provides a perfect playground for relaxed exploration and scenic flying. From the Baltic shores to the land of the midnight sun, this series promises a memorable tour through one of Europe’s most beautiful northern landscapes.
Experience the thrill of this unforgettable journey through the scenic landscapes of Sweden. Fly safe and enjoy the adventure!
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What: Sweden “Skärgård” Achievement Flights
When: Saturdays, starting March 21st, 8am PT, 11am ET, 1500 UTC
Where: Discord
Additional Info: www.digitalthemepark.com
LittleNavMap route files <click here to download>
Flight Route (Click on map to expand)
- Sturup (ESMS) to Kristianstad (ESMK) – 131 nm
- Kristianstad (ESMK) to Kalmar (ESMQ) – 120 nm
- Kalmar (ESMQ) to Visby (ESSV) – 93 nm
- Visby (ESSV) to Jonkoping (ESGJ) – 137 nm
- Jonkoping (ESGJ) to Landvetter (ESGG) – 117 nm
- Landvetter (ESGG) to Nasinge (ESGS) – 118 nm
- Nasinge (ESGS) to Saab (ESSL) – 150 nm
- Saab (ESSL) to Bromma (ESSB) – 135 nm
- Bromma (ESSB) to Norberg (ESNW) – 109 nm
- Norberg (ESNW) to Sundsvall-Harnosand (ESNN) – 173 nm
- Sundsvall-Harnosand (ESNN) to Umea (ESNU) – 119 nm
- Umea (ESNU) to Kallax AB (ESPA) – 116 nm
- Kallax AB (ESPA) to Kiruna (ESNQ) – 149 nm
- Kiruna (ESNQ) to Enontekio (EFET) – 153 nm
Recommendations
- Simulator: Microsoft Flight Simulator
- Aircraft: Small GA Single/Twin or Helicopter
To get credit for our flights, please adhere to the below rules
- Fly during sponsored events or with two or more pilots online.
- Up to four flight legs a week across all DTP achievements.
- Real Weather / Real Time / Real Charts / No Slewing / No Time Compression.
- Any aircraft and form of navigation allowed.
- If unable to complete a flight, land and save the flight.
As always, meet us on Discord for more event details.
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