The only U.S. heavy icebreaker broke down on a mission to Antarctica again
The Polar Star experienced electrical issues and suffered a leaking propellor shaft.
February 1, 2019
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The Polar Star, the only operational U.S. heavy icebreaker, reached Antarctica on its annual resupply mission to McMurdo Station on Jan. 17 — but not without encountering difficulties along the way.
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