Framed 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
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Antarctic with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This stunning image captures a temporary runway, meticulously groomed to a pristine 3-kilometer length. The turning circle adds a unique touch to this engineering marvel in the heart of the icy wilderness. Bring the unparalleled charm of the Antarctic into your home or office with our high-quality framed prints, guaranteed to inspire awe and wonder.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
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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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