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The plane wreck on Sólheimasandur, a vast black sand beach in Iceland, has become an iconic site for photographers and adventurers alike. The wreckage of a U.S. Navy Douglas Super DC-3 airplane, which crashed on November 24, 1973, has drawn fascination due to its stark contrast against the surrounding landscape.
The story of the wreck began when the plane, en route from the U.S. to Iceland, encountered severe weather and was forced to make an emergency landing. Fortunately, all crew members survived the incident, but the aircraft was left abandoned on the desolate sands of Sólheimasandur. Over the years, nature has reclaimed the wreck, with the fuselage gradually corroding and being weathered by the elements, creating a haunting yet beautiful sight.

Sólheimasandur/The Plane Wreck bookmark

$8.00Price
  • These bookmarks are in around 5x20 cm size (2"x7,5") printed on 300gsm gloss photo paper.

  • The bookmarks are shipped in around 5 working days.

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