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The crew of the sailboat RAN navigates the Swedish coast between Smögen and the Väderöarna islands, encountering calm winds and flat seas. During a passage through the Söte Canal, a 4.8-kilometer waterway with a five-knot speed limit, the crew attempts to launch a drone near the island of Dannemark.4:20 The drone malfunctions, attempts to land in the water, and eventually crashes into the sea after a loss of connection, resulting in a total loss of the equipment.12:56 The crew continues their transit north of Strömsund, navigating narrow channels with shallow spots and rocks.15:57 They explore the Väderöarna islands, which historically served as a refuge for fishermen and seafarers.17:33 The site features rock carvings, including compass roses and dates dating back to the early 1500s, used by sailors to calculate magnetic deviation.18:07 The crew relies on a smaller Mavic Mini drone for future aerial photography following the loss of their primary unit.15:05

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