Canvas Print : Antarctic runway
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Antarctic runway
Antarctic runway. This temporary runway was created using a piste groomer to groom and smooth the snow. It measures 3 kilometres in length and includes a turning circle (left) and a refuelling area (upper right). The runway will be used by Hercules LC130 aircraft. Photographed in the 2005/2006 summer season
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Media ID 6375439
© DAVID VAUGHAN/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
2005 2006 Antarctic Antarctica Cold Frozen Runway Snow South Pole Transport Groomed Landing Strip
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Antarctic with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the captivating image of an Antarctic runway. Meticulously crafted by Science Photo Library, this photograph showcases a temporary runway, expertly groomed and smoothed over 3 kilometres of pristine snow. The turning circle adds an intriguing touch to this extraordinary scene. Our high-quality canvas prints bring the icy landscapes of Antarctica right into your home, making it an exceptional addition to any décor and a conversation starter for your guests.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Science Photo Library showcases the Antarctic runway, a temporary marvel created in the 2005/2006 summer season. The image captures the vast expanse of this frozen environment, with its pristine white snow stretching as far as the eye can see. The runway, meticulously groomed and smoothed by a piste groomer, spans an impressive length of 3 kilometers. Intriguing details are visible within the frame; on the left side lies a turning circle that aids aircraft maneuverability during takeoff and landing. Meanwhile, in the upper right corner, we catch a glimpse of a refueling area where Hercules LC130 aircraft receive vital supplies to continue their missions across this icy continent. The photograph encapsulates both beauty and functionality in one frozen moment. It transports us to Antarctica's remote landscape, reminding us of humanity's determination to conquer even the most extreme environments for scientific exploration and discovery. As we admire this snapshot from 2005 - part of our modern-day South Pole history - it serves as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience amidst nature's harshest conditions. Let it inspire us to appreciate our planet's diverse wonders while encouraging further efforts towards preserving these fragile ecosystems for generations to come.
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