The helicopter is allowed to fly outside the actual mineral license area with an approved flying permit from the Swedish Transport Agency. This is often necessary for transport between areas, typically from the base or between different survey lines.
Important to understand:
- The mineral license area applies to the survey itself, that is, where data is being collected.
- The helicopter is free to fly according to aviation regulations, as long as it follows standard low-altitude flight rules.
- It is entirely normal for the helicopter to pass over or around areas where no measurements are being made, especially if that is the safest or most practical route.
The same applies to ambulance helicopters, police aircraft, and other civil aviation. They are not legally restricted to specific routes unless they are conducting activities that require special permission in each area.