Santa Is Airborne! Track Santa’s Christmas Journey Live on AirNav Radar
Ho-ho-ho! Santa’s sleigh has officially lifted off from Rovaniemi, in Finnish Lapland, beginning another magical journey around the world. Loaded with gifts, powered by Christmas spirit, and guided by nine legendary flying reindeer, Santa is once again delivering joy to rooftops everywhere.
This year, you can track Santa’s flight live using AirNav Radar, following his journey in real time as he travels across continents on the most anticipated flight of the year.
Where Does Santa Live?
Santa Claus calls Rovaniemi, in the heart of Finnish Lapland, his home. Surrounded by Arctic forests, snow-covered landscapes, and endless winter skies, Santa lives and works alongside his elves and reindeer year-round.
Every single day, Santa receives thousands of letters from children (and adults) from all over the globe. Behind the scenes, he spends the entire year reading wishes, organizing gifts, caring for the reindeer, and making sure everything is perfectly prepared for Christmas Eve.
Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi
Photo credits: Santa Television and Lapland Safaris
Santa’s Legendary Sleigh
Santa’s sleigh is a true aviation classic.
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Material: Wood
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Age: Over 1,740 years old
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Capacity: Thousands of gift packages
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Range: Over 1,000,000 miles
Good maintenance goes a long way, even for a sleigh that has been flying for centuries.
Meet Santa’s Flying Reindeer Team
The names of Santa’s reindeer - Image Source: Society6.com
Santa’s sleigh is powered by nine magical reindeer, the only earthly creatures capable of flight, thanks to the power of the Christmas spirit.
Dasher
The fastest of them all. A natural racer who once led the pack, until he proved a bit too fast for the others to keep up.
Dancer
Elegant and full of flair, Dancer lives for performance and trains hard at the Reindeer Aviation Academy alongside his twin brother.
Prancer
Majestic and stylish, Prancer is known for admiring his reflection a little too much. Fortunately, Dancer keeps him focused.
Vixen
Graceful, confident, and famously beautiful. Vixen’s flying style draws attention wherever Santa goes.
Comet
The strongest reindeer in the team. Loyal, powerful, and named after a comet seen in the sky at the moment of his birth.
Cupid
The romantic of the group. A born matchmaker who flies best when love and focus are balanced.
Donner
Meaning “thunder,” Donner is a natural leader who keeps the team disciplined, fed, and ready for long journeys.
Blitzen
Husband to Donner, Blitzen is fearless in storms and unwavering under pressure. His name means “lightning.”
Rudolph
The youngest and most famous reindeer. His glowing red nose has guided Santa through countless foggy nights since 1939.
Santa’s Flight Details
Celebrating his 1,741st Christmas mission, Santa is flying across the globe with the following special specifications:
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Cruising altitude: Approximately 70,000 feet
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Speed: Around 400 knots
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ICAO designation: SNT1 (Santa One)
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Mission: Deliver gifts and positive energy worldwide
According to Santa’s flight plan, he is scheduled to return to Rovaniemi on December 25 at 23:59:59 (UTC).
How to Track Santa on AirNav Radar
Tracking Santa is simple:
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Visit AirNavRadar.com
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Open the Media tab on the left side of the map
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Select “Where is Santa right now?”
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Click “Track Santa”
Or track him by clicking here.
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