Infrastructure for the future of aviation

Our aim is to help speed up the commercialisation of sustainable aviation solutions, including electric aircraft, hydrogen drivetrains, eVTOLs and drones. In Skellefteå we can offer testbeds, power supply, winter testing facilities, a droneport, academic research, funding support and much more.

Our locations in Skellefteå

Airport

Skellefteå Airport has a 1 MW power supply dedicated for electric aircraft, eVTOL, high power charging, energy storage etc. and is top 3 in the world regarding movements with electric aircraft thanks to Green Flight Academy that are operating one of the worlds most sustainable flight academies at the airport.

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Droneport

The droneport, that will be ready during the first quarter 2025, is one of Europe’s largest city close droneports dedicated for test, development, education and commercialisation of drones and supporting technologies.

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Campus

Campus Skellefteå is a node for research, innovation and education that supports the development of electrified aviation and autonomous systems. The presence of Luleå University of Technology, Arctic Centre of Energy and the Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute forms a solid ground for groundbreaking partnerships and projects.

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Collaborate with Arctic Aviation Hub

With three locations in Skellefteå and strong support from local partners, Arctic Aviation Hub can offer unique infrastructure for the development of drones, eVTOLs, battery- and hydrogen aircraft and supporting infrastructure.

We are both a place to test and develop but also a place for early commercial implementation. We can cover many of the necessary areas in the development of new technologies and we are probably one of the best places in the world to do winter testing.

Our offer

  • EXPERTISE & KNOWLEDGE

    Academic and industrial expertise within electrification and hydrogen.

  • AIRSPACE & ROUGH WEATHER

    Free airspace and test environment from -25 to +25 C and in snow.

  • INFRASTRUCTURE & DRONEPORT

    1 MW renewable charging power installed at the airport.

  • INNOVATION & FUNDING SUPPORT

    Dedicated funding network and accelerator programs.

  • PROXIMITY TO A VIBRANT CITY

    Skellefteå is in the centre of the European green transition.

News

Electric aviation

22 Jan 2025

ELIS becomes Arctic Aviation Hub – Strengthened Focus on Sustainable Aviation

The development program ELIS has focused on advancing electrified aviation in Skellefteå. Now, additional investments are being made for the future of sustainable aviation, including drones, hydrogen and high-power charging, with the goal of reaching an international audience. As part of this, ELIS is changing its name to Arctic Aviation Hub.

Mobility

09 Jan 2025

Skellefteå Prepares for the Future of Sustainable Aviation

We continue our article series on the vital test and demonstration environments in the region. Next up is Arctic Aviation Hub, a testbed for sustainable aviation.

Electric aviation

16 Dec 2024

Project Addresses Airports’ Electromagnetic Challenges

Focusing on the future of electrified airports, a three-year project has been launched to tackle electromagnetic challenges and ensure robust systems for the aviation industry. By fostering collaboration between academia and industry, the project paves the way for sustainable and safe development in air traffic.
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