that gave the passengers the maximum view. they let down over water, and would return and come back. you could see the different mountains and so forth. >> new plymouth house builder frank christmas seen here on board of the sold-out flight is one of 237 passengers. he's been looking forward to it for a year. >> there was lobster and champagne and caviar. they would have all had a wonderful time. he was wanting to see what antarctica was like. >> on a typical flight, passengers get a once in a lifetime view of natural wonders like stunning 12,450 foot mount erebus an active volcano named after greek mythology's gateway to the underworld. their personal tour guide -- >> the aircraft is lowering its altitude now -- none other than