Information

Report (sitrep) ID:
16141
Universal time (UTC):
05:00
Australian time (AEST):
16:00
Position:
68° 35′ S, 77° 58′ E
Heading:
n/a
Speed:
 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
100 NM
Weather conditions:
wind S 10 knots, light continuous snow showers
Air temperature:
−2.3 °C
Sea conditions:
smooth
Sea temperature:
n/a °C

Comments

Despite 10 hours of pushing ice, unable to gain sufficient clearance for mooring AIS3. Arrived Davis anchorage early this morning, commenced heli ops 0900 with expeditioners and crew ashore, all cargo delivered to ship, currently preparing S76 for hangar. All pax to ship from 2pm local including all Davis people. Departing Davis this evening for mooring AIS3 for fourth attempt (just starting to get determined). Anticipate air recce tomorrow am and move to the site if conditions suitable.

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