Turmoil Point

Turmoil Point (59°00′02.9″S 26°37′44.9″W) is the western point of Bristol Island, South Sandwich Islands. This imposing point, rising to 400 m and culminating in a snow-covered summit, is a distinctive landmark when viewed from the west. Named by United Kingdom Antarctic Place-Names Committee (UK-APC). The name refers to the violent air streams commonly encountered during flying operations from HMS seas typical of the locality.

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