Signature Aviation Spring 2025

DISCOVER

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Object of desire By Samantha Coles

Maybe you’ve discovered the wonders beneath the surface with a few spectacular dives, or perhaps you’ve already descended into the deepest ocean in a submersible. No matter how many times you venture, though, it’s always mind-blowing to uncover another world. Triton’s newest model, the 660/9 AVA, provides a remarkable view to everyone on board — the modular interior of the submersible means that eight guests can sit alongside each other in comfort (there’s integrated lighting, AC andahigh- fi delity surround audio system) while enjoying 360° panoramic views. The con fi guration on board means that the sub can be used as a ‘venue’ — Triton suggests a casino setup for some deep-sea poker, or a bar for the world’s deepest martini. There’s even the option to use the sub as a wedding venue. The 660/9 AVA is the world’s fi rst free-form acrylic pressure hull submersible. It can reach depths of 660 ft, plus the design provides superior situational awareness for the pilot thanks to the wraparound view through the acrylic pressure hull. Scheduled maintenance, rolling repairs and con fi gurations can all be made at sea, too. $6.35m, tritonsubs.com INTO THE DEEP

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