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Fossil Bluff
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This article is about the British Antarctic base. For the geographical location in Wynyard, see Fossil Bluff (Tasmania).
Fossil Bluff is a seasonal British aircraft refuelling station located on the east coast of Alexander Island in Antarctica. In operation since 1961, its facilities provide fuel, storage, and ancillary support for British exploration and operations during the summer season, October through March. The site is adjacent to a natural, north–south travelling route along the George VI Ice Shelf.
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Fossil Bluff Station | |
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![]() The Hut at Fossil Bluff, Antarctica | |
Location of Fossil Bluff in Antarctica | |
Coordinates: 71°20′00″S 68°17′00″W | |
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Location in Antarctica | George VI Sound Alexander Island |
Administered by | British Antarctic Survey |
Established | 20 February 1961 (1961-02-20) |
Elevation | 92 m (302 ft) |
Population | |
• Summer | Up to 7 |
• Winter | 2 or 3 |
Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) |
Type | Seasonal |
Period | Summer |
Status | Operational |
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Fossil Bluff is a collection of buildings and facilities, at the centre of which lies Fossil Bluff Station.