ANTARCTIC LOGISTICS CENTRE INTERNATIONALANTARCTIC LOGISTICS CENTRE INTERNATIONAL

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DROMLAN ProjectDROMLAN Project

non-profit, international cooperative project formed by a group non-profit, international cooperative project formed by a group of national Antarctic operatorsof national Antarctic operators

Dronning Maud Land Air Network

air transportation to/from and within Dronning Maud Land (DML) to any COMNAP member country in science related activities

• organise air transport between Cape Town and DML

• maintain and improve the airfield at Novolazarevskaya station (NOVO) and at Troll station

• organise feeder flights inside DROMLAN area and maintain runways for smaller ski-equipped aircraft at the research stations

• organise any other service necessary for the flights above

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Novo RunwayNovo RunwayPrimary entry point to Antarctica for DROMLAN activities

Fully operational since 2001

Runway 3000 x 60 m, certified for landing of wheeled heavy aircraft

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Airfield TrollAirfield Troll

Landing strip 3000 m facilitates accessibility for larger wheeled aircrafts

Fully operational since 2004/2005 season

ALCIALCI Antarctic Air SupportAntarctic Air Support

A dedicated intercontinental air-bridge between Cape Town and central Dronning Maud Land, Antarctica

Internal air links to other Antarctic research stations from the ALCI AIRBASE at the Novo runway

Remote aerial insertion capability for Scientific Field Teams

As logistics operator to DROMLAN, ALCI As logistics operator to DROMLAN, ALCI provides the following air transportation provides the following air transportation

services:services:

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AIRCRAFT AIRCRAFT

Lockheed C130 20 tons / 45 pax

Internal:

Basler Turbo 67 2500kg or 18 pax

De Havilland DH6 Twin Otter 1600kg / 19 pax

Intercontinental:

Ilyushin 76TD 20 tons / 80 pax

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Maximum Payload: 20 tons or 80 pax

Range with 20 ton Payload: 6500 km

Cruising speed: 750-780 km/h

Cruising Altitude: 9000 -11000 m

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An Ilyushin 76TD Russian-designed heavy cargo transporter services the 4200 km intercontinental flight between Cape

Town and the ice-runway at ALCI AIRBASE near Novolazarevskaya Station

Aircraft Information (IL – 76)Aircraft Information (IL – 76)

IN-FLIGHTIN-FLIGHT

Aircraft Information Aircraft Information (IL – 76)(IL – 76)

Toilets are located towards the back of the aircraft These may not be used during take-off and landing

Emergency exits are located at the front (2) and rear (2 ) of the aircraft

Maximum Range: 2000 km

Maximum Cruising Speed: 300 km/h

Interior dimensions: 13 x 1.98 x 2.13 m

Interior volume: 34,7 cub. m

Cargo door dimensions: 1.60 - 1.97 x 2.14 - 2.37 m

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For internal flights between DML research stationsand for remote field insertion missions, ALCI utilizes BASLER Turbo 67 and De Havilland Twin Otter aircraft

equipped for ice operations.

Aircraft Information Aircraft Information

Feeder FlightsFeeder Flights

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Aircraft Information Aircraft Information (BT-67)(BT-67)

All passengers of feeder flights must have a polar-rated sleeping bag and a mattress for use in the case of an emergency landing

ALCI ALCI Polar Logistics SpecialistsPolar Logistics Specialists

The premier ice-class research vessel Akademik Fedorov provides specialized transport services for research personnel, cargo and supplies

Fully operational shipping link between Cape Town and Antarctica since 2001

PRE-DEPARTUREPRE-DEPARTURE

PRE-PRE-DEPARTUREDEPARTURE

Keep your passport available for emigration clearance

A boarding pass with an allocated seat number will be given to you at the airport

DocumentationDocumentation

Please ensure ALCI Flyer returned complete, detailing• Full Name

• Passport number & expiry date,

• Special dietary requirements or medical conditions if applicable

PRE-PRE-DEPARTUREDEPARTUREBaggage Categories & RoutingBaggage Categories & Routing

ALL bags and boxes (hand, cargo and safety luggage) must be clearly marked

We provide ALCI nametags for this purpose

NO unmarked baggage will be accepted !

PRE-PRE-DEPARTUREDEPARTUREHand Baggage Hand Baggage

Include those items you require during the flight to Antarctica and during the transit period at the ALCI Airbase

All hand baggage will be stored under your seat

Size: 30 x 30 x 60

You have to pass with your hand luggage the security check at the airport (no knives, liquids etc.)

Your hand luggage should not exceed:

Weight: 8 kg

PRE-PRE-DEPARTUREDEPARTURECargo BaggageCargo Baggage

All luggage that is not hand luggage, including hold-alls, backpacks, crated equipment etc

No access to cargo luggage until arrival at your final destination (unless by prior arrangement or in case of a longer stay at the ALCI Airbase)!

Cargo luggage will be stored in the cargo section of the plane

Fragile items should preferably not be included in cargo luggage, as these may be damaged during handling

PRE-DEPARTUREPRE-DEPARTUREClothing ManagementClothing Management

Ensure that your clothing is adequate for the conditions to be experienced and that it complies with the clothing lists provided by your Team Leader

Have all your cold weather clothing and boots with you when you arrive at the airport. We suggest that you wear already the base layer of your polar clothing when you arrive at the airport.

The aircraft cabin is heated

1 hour prior to the arrival in Antarctica, you will be required to put on all your cold-weather clothing

IN-FLIGHTIN-FLIGHT

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Flight InformationFlight Information

Preferred ETA (Antarctica) is 5h30 (3h30 UTC)

Preferred ETD (Cape Town) is 23h30 (SA Time)

Flight speed is approximately 750km/hr

Duration of the flight will be approximately 6 hours

Flight cruising altitude will be at approximately 10 000m

Time difference between Cape Town and ALCI Airbase is minus 2 hours. ALCI Airbase uses UTC

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Onboard ServiceOnboard Service

Food and beverages available will include:

These will be served buffet style at the front of the aircraft

Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available during the flight

Waste bins are situated in the front of the aircraft

Sandwiches

Fruits

Biscuits

Chocolates

Bottled water

Soft-drinks

Tea and coffee

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Prior to DisembarkationPrior to Disembarkation

Put on your sunglasses before leaving the aircraft: the glare will be severe and may result in temporary snow blindness

Apply skin protection (sunscreen and lip-balm) before you leave the aircraft

You will be required to put on all your supplementary cold weather cloth, boots and gloves

Remember to take ALL your hand baggage with you

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Disembarkation Disembarkation

On disembarkation you will be guided to the yellow catering tent for refreshments

Be careful as you step out of the aircraft – the ice is slippery!

Individuals appointed by the team-leaders, should assist with off-loading the cargo

ALCI AIRBASEALCI AIRBASECamp and Safety Camp and Safety InformationInformation

Listen to instructions relayed by your Team Leader

Please be careful at all times not to slip on the ice!

Do not leave the camp area without permission – it can be dangerous!

General use of snowmobiles at the airbase prohibited without permission of the camp manager. Never walk or drive snowmobiles on the runway.

Please do not litter and use the toilet facilities provided Keep the camp clean and tidy.

Please offer advice, if you think something can be improved.

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Be Safe :

Be prepared for severe and changeable weather.

Ensure that your equipment and clothing meet Antarctic standards.

Remember that the Antarctic environment is inhospitable, unpredictable and potentially dangerous.

Respect the Environment:

Please keep Antarctica pristine. Do not dispose of litter or garbage.

Do not take away biological or geological specimens.

Avoid walking on undisturbed ground. Establish tracks.

Respect Antarctic Special Protected Areas. Entry into certain areas may be prohibited and activities inside may be restricted.

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Respect Scientific Research :

Do not interfere with scientific facilities or equipment.

Do not deface or vandalise buildings or equipment.

Respect the rules of the stations.

Protect Antarctic Wildlife :

Do not approach seals or birds in a way that cause them to alter their behaviour. Keep noise at a minimum.

Do not feed birds and seals!

Do not bring non-native plants or animals to Antarctica.

Avoid walking on moss or lichens!

ALCI TEAM - Contact Details ALCI TEAM - Contact Details

Dr Vasily Kaliazin: vasily@alci.co.za Aviation, shipping, logistics

Capt. Mirella Krüger: mirella@alci.co.za Administration

Tel : +27 21 487-3460 Fax : +27 21 426-1844

ALCI office, Cape Town

97 Keerom Street, Cape Town, 8001, SOUTH AFRICA www.alci.info, info@alci.co.za

Mr Alexey Turchin: intaari@alci.co.za, turchin@intaari.com General management

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Please sign the 2 copies of the briefing manifest and check if your name and

passport number are correct.

This information is needed for immigration formalities.

Thank you!

Before you leave:Before you leave: