The Aircraft Wreck at Sólheimasandur: An Iconic Remnant in the Vastness of Iceland by Gerry van Roosmalen

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by Gerry van Roosmalen

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Amid the pristine emptiness of Sólheimasandur rests the wreckage of a Douglas R4D-8, a military transport aircraft that was once part of the US Navy. Since its emergency landing in 1973, caused by an engine failure, this plane has been a symbol of both survival and decay. Miraculously, all occupants left the plane unharmed, but the plane itself was left behind, a silent witness to its decay.

The R4D-8, an improved variant of the famous C-47 Skytrain, was designed for reliability and efficiency. With a wingspan of almost 29 metres and powered by Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp engines, it could cover long distances and carry heavy loads. Despite its military origins, the aircraft here is now a work of nature's art: the weathered fuselage contrasts beautifully with the endless black sand and the often dramatic cloud formations.

The route to the wreck is a trek of about 4 kilometres over the flat, rugged terrain, but the views are well worth the effort. The barren simplicity of the landscape and the silent presence of the aircraft make this place an indelible memory for any visitor. Photographers are drawn to the melancholy of the setting, in which the wreckage is the star in a scene that feels timeless and unearthly.

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About Gerry van Roosmalen

My name is Gerry van Roosmalen, photographer and author with a passion for images and stories that touch. After years in the corporate world, I followed my heart and chose photography in 2002. I completed the Fotovakschool in Apeldoorn, specialising in portrait and reportage photography.

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