In the ongoing search for the missing submersible that was en route to explore the wreckage of the Titanic, Tom Zaller, the president and CEO of Imagine Exhibitions and producer of Titanic: The Exhibition, shared his personal experience with Fox News Digital. Zaller, who had the privilege of visiting the Titanic’s wreckage 23 years ago, described it as one of the most powerful experiences of his life.
Zaller, based in Atlanta, Georgia, explained that he was able to make the journey because of his involvement in producing Titanic-related exhibitions worldwide. Reflecting on his trip, he expressed his familiarity with the story of the Titanic and how it deeply resonates with people.
He mentioned that his dive to the wreckage took place over 12 hours, with approximately 2.5 hours to descend down to the site, 8 hours spent exploring the bottom, and another 2 hours to return to the surface. The journey itself was a remarkable one, beginning with a trip to the northeast coast of North America, specifically St. John’s in Newfoundland. From there, he embarked on a 36-hour voyage across the North Atlantic to reach the site.
Zaller highlighted that his experience involved being on a Mir submersible, which is slightly different from the Titan. He acknowledged that he was not a submersible pilot or an expert in maritime matters but emphasized his role as a passenger and observer connected to the artifacts and stories surrounding the Titanic.
Describing the actual dive, Zaller shared the nerve-racking moments of climbing into the submarine and descending into the pressure sphere, which was tight with a diameter of six feet. Inside, there were three individuals, including the pilot, a photographer and observer, and himself. Through the portholes, they were able to glimpse the depths of the ocean, gradually transitioning from the vibrant blue to complete darkness.
Once submerged, Zaller explained that the lights inside the submersible were turned off to conserve energy, leaving them in total darkness. The pilot would occasionally switch on the lights to check equipment and communicate with the research vessel above. Zaller likened the descent into darkness to a classroom setting, where everyone is quiet and focused.
Overall, Zaller expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to be in such close proximity to the Titanic wreckage. It was a transformative experience that he will never forget.
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