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Next, we arrive at the Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF), a crucial area for keeping the heavy machinery operational in such an unforgiving environment. Here, mechanics tirelessly maintain a fleet that includes specialized vehicles like Haggans, piston bullies, and excavators. This effort ensures that operations can run smoothly throughout the extreme conditions of Antarctica.
As we proceed to Fleet Operations in Building 17, we discover the team responsible for transporting people and supplies around the station. Given that gravel roads are prevalent in McMurdo, graders and loaders play an important role in keeping the paths navigable.