Sable Island DXpedition postponed!
The latest update, dated December 30th,
states (edited):
"Hi Everyone - Unfortunately, we had to postpone the
Sable Island CY0 DXpedition due to the landing area on the island being
under water.
"A winter storm with 20+ foot swells pushed water onto the
sand 'runway' on Wednesday evening. Al Wilson, the OIC on Sable, made
an assessment of the landing area yesterday. Ron and I talked with Al
and there was no possibility of a flight to the island in the next five
days. After that, it would depend on how quickly the water would drain
from the landing area and if any other storms affect the island. At that
point, we decided to postpone the DXpedition.
"Needless to say, we are extremely disappointed that we have had to
postpone the DXpedition. We have learned first-hand there is really no
season of the year that is ideal for flights. Late yesterday morning we
met with Ted of Maritime Air. Ted advised it has been the worst year he
has experienced as far as scheduling flights. Maritime Air provides
logistical flight services to Environment Canada on the island.
"Even though we are disappointed, we are not defeated. Maritime Air
allowed us to store our gear to help facilitate our next attempt. We are
discussing two options with the Sable Island station.
"We appreciate your interest in the DXpedition. We have received a lot
of encouragement from DX'ers around the world. Continue to check the
DXpedition Web site for updates at: http://www.cy0dxpedition.com
73, Ron/AA4VK and Murray/WA4DAN"
OPDX
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