Route planning was probably the most complex part of the circumnavigation, with a complex web of customs,
visas and flight permissions. Norman Surplus has been supported in these activities by White Rose Aviation. The trip is expected to take approximately 115 days or four months, and cover over 27,000 miles / 43,000 kilometers with stop offs in 26 countries taking the following route.
Europe
Northern Ireland, SW Scotland, England, south through France, Italy, and the Greek islands before crossing the Mediterranean sea.
Middle east
Egypt, Saudi Arabia, across the gulf of Oman.
Asian sub-continent
Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Far East
Mayanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan, Japanese pacific islands and mainland.
Russia & North America
Bering Straights, Alaska, Canada, USA, Canada
North Atlantic & home
Greenland, Iceland, Faeroes, Hebrides, NW Scotland, Northern Ireland.
