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A group of people in red cold-weather suits work on a snowy, icy surface in Antarctica next to a large propeller airplane, with some individuals on top of the aircraft under a clear blue sky.

Air Transport General Interest

The Flight that changed Antarctic Aviation

In 1987, Adventure Network International (ANI) made history by landing a privately operated wheeled aircraft in Antarctica. On November 22, 1987, Captain Jim Smith landed a Douglas DC-4 on a blue-ice airfield at Patriot Hills in the Ellsworth Mountains. This ground-breaking achievement changed the face of aviation in Antarctica, and paved…

MediaNovember 11, 2012

Four people in winter gear load red supplies onto sleds beside an orange and white Twin Otter airplane in Antarctica, with another plane and Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions’ supplies visible on the snowy terrain in the background.

Expeditions Ski South Pole – Axel Heiberg Ski South Pole – Hercules Inlet Ski South Pole – Messner Start

Ski To The South Pole — Final Preparations

ALE Ski South Pole Guide Hannah McKeand offers some final tips to get you organized as you get ready to head to the ice.

MediaNovember 1, 2012

A large white cargo plane flies low over a snowy, mountainous Antarctic landscape with the sun shining brightly behind it—a stunning scene of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions under a clear blue sky with some lens flare.

General Interest Updates From The Field

The Ilyushin Has Landed

ALE's First Flight of the Season ALE's first Ilyushin flight of the 2012 season landed safely at Union Glacier on Oct 30. Weather conditions were ideal for the landing and the Ilyushin crew reported that the runway was in excellent condition. The flight carried core ALE staff and one expedition,…

MediaNovember 1, 2012

A twin-engine plane with skis lands or takes off on a snowy, frozen landscape in Antarctica, kicking up snow under a pale sky—a scene typical of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

General Interest Updates From The Field

Advance team arrive in Antarctica

ALE's advance team have arrived at Union Glacier, Antarctica. The ski aircraft arrived safely last night with our team on board, after a two-stage flight from Punta Arenas. They report that the camp caches have over-wintered well and look in good shape. The blue-ice runway has little snow coverage and…

MediaOctober 25, 2012

A person in winter clothing uses an ice axe to clear snow around a yellow tent in Antarctica, with snow swirling in the air—capturing the spirit of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions near the South Pole.

Antarctic Environment General Interest Science

Antarctic Weather Research

Antarctica is the highest, driest and most remote of all continents yet we know remarkably little about its weather and how it fits into the global picture. A new research project aims to change that...

David RootesOctober 24, 2012

Two orange snow vehicles with large treads transport container units across a snowy landscape in Antarctica under a clear blue sky, with mountains and a person visible in the background—an example of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions at work.

Air Transport General Interest Overland Transport Science

Extreme Antarctic Drilling

There is excitement in the air at ALE as we gear up for the new season, especially because of our logistic role in one of the top Antarctic science projects this year. Searching for Life in Antarctica's Subglacial Lakes This season, after years of planning and logistic preparations, a team…

David RootesOctober 4, 2012

A person in winter clothing stands next to a large South Pole sign in Antarctica, with snow and ice stretching behind. The sign honors Roald Amundsen and Robert F. Scott’s historic Antarctic expeditions.

Expeditions Ski South Pole – Axel Heiberg Ski South Pole – Hercules Inlet Ski South Pole – Messner Start

Ski to the South Pole — Pulling It Together

Pulling together the details for a Ski South Pole expedition can be a challenge. How do you stay on track with all there is to do? ALE's Hannah McKeand gives some advice on equipment selection, your training regime and tracking down funding. Hannah is an avid explorer and experienced polar…

MediaAugust 27, 2012

Six people wearing winter gear and medals kneel and stand on snow in Antarctica, smiling and holding glasses. Snowy mountains are in the background, a flag is visible on the left, celebrating an Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions achievement.

General Interest

Union Glacier Sports Extravaganza

All eyes are on London 2012 as the Olympic Games close and the Paralympic Games begin. But those in the know are preparing for an unrelated and lesser known, but no less exciting competition - The Union Glacier International Sports Extravaganza. International Competitors and Unconventional Events The competition takes place…

MediaAugust 24, 2012

The Flight that changed Antarctic Aviation

Ski To The South Pole — Final Preparations

The Ilyushin Has Landed

Advance team arrive in Antarctica

Antarctic Weather Research

Extreme Antarctic Drilling

Ski to the South Pole — Pulling It Together

Union Glacier Sports Extravaganza

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