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This 2004 workshop (Days Hotel, Herndon, VA) focused on a multidisciplinary, long-range aircraft for Antarctic research. Scientists from aerophysics, glaciology, atmospheric science, and oceanography explored science opportunities and instrumentation needs for such a platform. The NSF/NCAR C130Q served as a model for payload capacity, with discussions on modifying an existing LC-130 and potential international collaboration. This workshop aimed to develop a plan for this specialized aircraft to address unique Antarctic research challenges.