There was a rapid clearing of the Antarctic Peninsula overnight, so OIB will attempt the “North Peninsula IS-2” mission. This is a difficult region for good weather conditions, so we’re pleased to get a chance to fly there today.
Another CBS report about OIB:
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/climate-diaries-antarctica-ice-melting-at-an-ever-quicker-rate/
OIB ops in the Punta Arenas airport this morning.
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