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Discussion in 'Fincantieri Yacht' started by Milow232, Jan 19, 2012.

  1. German Yachting

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    So looking at that photo, that doesn't appear to be what was originally designed. I think they could just have some sort of cover for the pool that would turn it into another touch and go helipad. I can see the arguement to an extent. It's probably safer landing there than on the bow or they might want a bigger helicopter.
  2. nmna

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    I was browsing that instagram page but I couldn't find the photo, probably it was deleted by the owner of the page.

    Nonetheless, taking into account who bought Serene, makes sense a space for a larger helicopter and/or fewer open spaces.
  3. German Yachting

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    It's an older photo. It is on their Facebook page still.
  4. Yacht News

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    This is correct, that aft upper deck pool area was a helipad... welll convertible to a helipad.
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    Yea I never knew that it could be converted into a helipad.. I saw the photo and that was one of the first things I noticed and it just looked really different to me. Like what nmna said it does make sense to have fewer open spaces for the person who brought Serene.
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    Is she still in Vlissingen?
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    I believe so. Still getting worked on/ doing sea trails.
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    After being run aground in the Red Sea and being taken back to be worked on she is finally enroute back to the Mediterranean.
  9. Yacht News

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    "Serene" is back cruising again after a refit period and some work definitely was done. It looks like they took out the heli-hangar and landing area on the bow and made it into one large lounging space. Meanwhile the aft-upper deck convertible helipad is now the permanent pad.
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    "Serene" undergoing sea trials yesterday.

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  12. Yacht News

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    I am not sure...if you are referring to the glimpse of what looks like turquoise tiled infinity edge. The current owner really has reconfigured that foredeck from its original helideck and elevator hangar setup. It looks alot more communal for larger gatherings with relaxed mirrored seating, inline with the culture of the current owner.
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    Serene prow pool.

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    ;) that's something new
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    Either way, that entire foredeck was redone probably across the last two refits.
  17. Gage Rowden

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    Almost didn't recognize her bow area. I do love the new additons. Looks better then a Helicopter pad.
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    The 134-meter "Serene" at anchor in Gib.

  19. Gage Rowden

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    Still a great looking yacht!
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    Oldie clip.