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Hi my name is Laith and I am a Helicopter Technician and Pilot, I've always loved helicopters and when asked if I would join an expedition to Antarctica to look after one I didn't have to think too hard about it.

I have a background in the NZ Air Force, but not long after I joined they stopped operating helicopters on the ice, which was disappointing as I had always wanted to see the Southern Ocean. I am a keen diver and have spent much of my spare time appreciating the ocean and its offerings which is why I am only too happy to take on this first time experience, if I can help by doing what I love then as far as I am concerned I am the one gaining the most benefit.

I realise that the helicopter plays a very important role on this expedition but that role can not be fulfilled without the people who make it possible, I hope to do my best beside those people in the hope that we can make difference.

- Laith