airberlin, together with the Polarflug team from Deutsche Polarflug, will operate a special sightseeing flight over the North Pole in spring 2015. The one-off charter departs from Düsseldorf (DUS) on April 25, 2015, using an Airbus A330-200 for a round trip that highlights the Arctic’s most remote and impressive landscapes.
The itinerary will take passengers across the Arctic Ocean and directly over the North Pole, with views of Spitsbergen (Svalbard) and the snow- and ice-covered coastline of eastern Greenland. The flight is planned as a roughly 12-hour round trip, giving guests extended time to enjoy the scenery and learn about the region’s natural features.
Onboard, experienced polar guides and explorers will provide commentary, background information and stories about the Arctic environment, wildlife and exploration history. The in-flight program will also include screenings of documentary films that focus on polar landscapes and ecosystems, offering context to the sights passengers will see from the aircraft windows.
To complement the experience, the carrier will serve a Nordic-inspired menu during the flight. Meal choices are intended to reflect the culinary traditions of northern Europe, selected to enhance the atmosphere and cultural theme of the trip.
This polar sightseeing flight marks the eighth North Pole operation organized by airberlin. According to Karsten von dem Hagen, head of sales for ad hoc flights at airberlin, the special service consistently receives enthusiastic responses from participants. The experience draws travelers from far afield; in previous years, some guests have journeyed to Düsseldorf from the United States and Australia specifically to take part in the flight.
Seats on this kind of charter are limited, and the flight is designed for passengers who want a unique way to see the Arctic without undertaking a long surface expedition. The combination of aerial views, expert commentary, documentary screenings and themed catering aims to create a memorable, educational and photogenic journey over one of the planet’s last wild frontiers.
As with all polar operations, the flight will be subject to applicable aviation regulations, airspace permissions and prevailing weather conditions on the day of departure. The carrier and Deutsche Polarflug will coordinate logistics and safety measures to ensure the best possible experience for passengers while adhering to regulatory requirements and operational constraints.
Passengers interested in this special Arctic flight can check availability and booking options through airberlin’s channels. The event represents a distinctive opportunity to observe the North Pole and Arctic regions from the air, combining panoramic views with expert-led interpretation and a curated onboard program.