The dramatic moment the Arran ferry swung into Ardrossan harbour this morning against strong winds was captured on video.
Lewis Mackenzie, West Coast ferry captain, shared the clip showing the MV Caledonian Isles approaching the harbour and executing a sharp, controlled turn.
It’s a blustery day here in #Ardrossan and the #FirthofClyde 💨💨🌊🌊⛴ @CalMacFerries MV Caledonian Isles making her final approach and turn into the harbour this morning pic.twitter.com/ac5xdsaRHC
— Lewis Mackenzie (@lewismac100) September 11, 2020
One viewer commented: "Goodness me, what a well controlled sharp turn to starboard especially in a swell and wind and that northern breakwater towards her back door."
The Met Office reported winds of 25mph in Ardrossan this morning.
Another video shows the moment as seen from the ferry's bridge.
This afternoon’s #Ardrossan arrival as viewed from the bridge #lifeatsea ⛴😊 pic.twitter.com/Bn1q6ONMil
— Lewis Mackenzie (@lewismac100) September 11, 2020
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