Strong winds in northern Norway have led to several challenges for air traffic north of Trondheim. – Strong winds have meant that we have had several overflights so far today, says Lina Lindegaard Carlsen, communications advisor in Widerøe, to news. The Meteorological Institute has issued a yellow warning for strong gusts of wind in parts of Nordland, Troms and Vest-Finnmark. DANGER WARNING: The Meteorological Institute has issued a yellow warning for strong gusts of wind in northern Norway on Tuesday. Illustration: Meteorological Institute The wind gusts can reach 27–30 m/s from the southwest, and are expected to last until 6pm on Tuesday afternoon. – It is understandable that this is boring for the passengers concerned. We try to find good solutions for the passengers, and rebook for a later departure where possible, says Lindegaard Carlsen. Widerøe’s route 865 from Tromsø to Andenes is among the affected flights. The plane is now on its way to Bodø Airport. OVERFLIGHT: Widerøe’s flight from Tromsø to Andenes is among those affected. Facsimile: Flightradar24 Published 27.08.2024, at 11.38 Updated 27.08.2024, at 11.46
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The weather creates challenges for Widerøe – news Troms and Finnmark
