Information
Vessel:
Report (sitrep) ID:
17517
Universal time (UTC):
04:00
Australian time (AEST):
15:00
Position:
65° 39′ S, 53° 19′ E
Heading:
90
Speed:
9.1 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
106 NM
Weather conditions:
Clear skies, good visibility, wind speed 37 kts
Air temperature:
−4.4 °C
Sea conditions:
Sea state moderate to rough, low swell, force 7
Sea temperature:
−1.4 °C
Comments
Passing Cape Ann (or Cape Close depending on the chart) in strong winds but brilliant sunshine; mountains clearly visible. Finished transect 5 last night, should begin Transect 6 this afternoon. Still on schedule after 5 weeks at sea. REGARDS Steve and Ruth
Map
A map showing Australia and Antarctica. The map shows the journey of one voyage that has occured in the season, with each route highlighted in a distinct colour.