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48 Hour Challenge! Autopilot Breakdown on 190 NM Sail from Scott Reef
17 de noviembre de 2024 · 30 min · 10K vistas · Scott Reef and the Kimberley coast
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The crew of KALLI experiences a recurring autopilot failure while sailing 190 nautical miles from Scott Reef toward the Kimberley coast of Australia.6:49 The autopilot system, which has malfunctioned since the start of the voyage, fails again during the transit, forcing the crew to steer by hand.6:49 The captain suspects a blown O-ring or seal within the helm unit and plans to seek professional repair upon reaching Darwin.8:15 Despite the mechanical issue, the vessel maintains a speed of approximately seven knots under favorable wind conditions.0:24 During the passage, the crew observes marine life, including tuna and mating turtles.13:10 Upon reaching the Kimberley coast, the crew anchors the boat to explore coastal caves and rock art sites.14:22 They document various indigenous paintings, including depictions of boats, kangaroos, and fish, noting the use of unique yellow pigments and the significant height at which some art is positioned on the rock faces.19:31 The crew concludes the excursion by returning to their tender.28:29
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