Scandinavia’s first proper Aerodrome was Kløvermarken to the south-east of Copenhagen. This triangular plot of land was rented by Skandinavisk Aerodrom A/S, a company established with the sole purpose of arranging airshows similar to those in Paris. The company raised a tall canvas-covered fence all around the aerodrome, giving an idea of the altitudes achieved during that period.

On this grass-field, flyers practiced and prepared for what had to be the ultimate feat, crossing the small straits to Sweden.

The flyers built their own aircraft, based on french designes. The kids in the neighbourhood soon gave these strange creations nicknames.

It’s quite obvious from the nicknames, that most of these aircraft spent more time on (or in) the ground than in the air.

Visitors from abroad also used the Kløvermarken Aerodrome, including famous flyers like Pergoud, Chanteloup, and Chevillard.