Information

Report (sitrep) ID:
17117
Universal time (UTC):
04:29
Australian time (AEST):
15:29
Position:
64° 49′ S, 108° 2′ E
Heading:
301.3
Speed:
0.2 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
6 NM
Weather conditions:
Wind is 5.3 Knots at 203
Air temperature:
−4.8 °C
Sea conditions:
Calm
Sea temperature:
−1.8 °C

Comments

Vertical net tows last night caught crystal krill and terapods. Most of expeditioners enjoyed the afternoon on the sea ice. First wave of 3 helicopters to Casey Thursday evening. Continuing helo operations this morning. A total of 6 return flights (2 groups of 3 helos) completed, expected to continue flying operations this afternoon.

Regards Vicky, Karin and Barbara

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