Will Titanic sub disaster tank submersible tourism industry?
Annita Thomas felt nervous about her first small submersible dive in the Sea of Cortez, off California's coastline, in April 2023. The worry dissipated quickly as the seven-passenger underwater vehicle dipped below the surface of the water, leaving behind the Scenic Eclipse discovery yacht from which her adventure started. The sound of pilot transmitting periodic safety checks was a comfort amid the thrill.