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Fossil Bluff Station
Antarctic base
The Hut at Fossil Bluff, Antarctica
The Hut at Fossil Bluff, Antarctica
Location of Fossil Bluff in Antarctica
Location of Fossil Bluff in Antarctica
Fossil Bluff Station
Location of Fossil Bluff in Antarctica
Coordinates: 71°20′00″S 68°17′00″W / 71.333333°S 68.283333°W / -71.333333; -68.283333
CountryFossil Bluff United Kingdom
Location in AntarcticaGeorge VI Sound
Alexander Island
Administered byBritish Antarctic Survey
Established20 February 1961 (1961-02-20)
Elevation
92 m (302 ft)
Population
 • Summer
Up to 7
 • Winter
2 or 3
Time zoneUTC-3 (ART)
TypeSeasonal
PeriodSummer
StatusOperational

Fossil Bluff is a seasonal British aircraft refuelling station located on the east coast of Alexander Island in Antarctica. In operation since 1961, its facilities provide fuel, storage, and ancillary support for British exploration and operations during the summer season, October through March. The site is adjacent to a natural, north–south travelling route along the George VI Ice Shelf.

Fossil Bluff is a collection of buildings and facilities, at the centre of which lies Fossil Bluff Station.

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