This first comprehensive review of airborne measurement principles
covers all atmospheric components and surface parameters. It describes
the common techniques to characterize aerosol particles and
cloud/precipitation elements, while also explaining radiation quantities
and pertinent hyperspectral and active remote sensing measurement
techniques along the way. As a result, the major principles of operation
are introduced and exemplified using specific instruments, treating both
classic and emerging measurement techniques.
The two editors head an international community of eminent scientists,
all of them accepted and experienced specialists in their field, who
help readers to understand specific problems related to airborne
research, such as immanent uncertainties and limitations. They also
provide guidance on the suitability of instruments to measure certain
parameters and to select the correct type of device.
While primarily intended for climate, geophysical and atmospheric
researchers, its relevance to solar system objects makes this work
equally appealing to astronomers studying atmospheres of solar system
bodies with telescopes and space probes.