Professional sounding with helicopter in the dangerous surf zone of Richards Bay (00092012)

Sounding with helicopter in the surf zone

Description: In Richards Bay, Natal, South Africa, a sounding was conducted with a helicopter in the surf zone. This took place just before the construction of the north breakwater. The waves on the east coast of South Africa are enormous and can reach dangerous heights. The strong surf waves make the area a challenging location, classified as risky in the sea manual.

Location: Natal, Richards Bay, South Africa

Date of Capture: 12.09.1975