Aeromagnetic survey east and northeast of Iceland
The planned survey comprises an area of approximately 64,000 sq. km in the Norwegian-Iceland Sea and will make it possible to map the complete drifting history of the Jan Mayen Microcontinent (JMMC). A geodynamic interpretation of the new aeromagnetic compilation will furthermore facilitate a first order dating of the extensive rifting of the JMMC and conjugates. A proper mapping of the continent-ocean "boundary" will also be crucial for evaluating the petroleum potential of the area.