NASA | IceBridge 2011: Eight Down, One to Go

The video discusses Operation Icebridge, highlighting its unique aircraft instruments for measuring ice thickness, which provide detailed data not possible with satellites. The operation faced challenges due to a short time window and reliance on good weather. A significant mission involved collaboration with the Cryosat satellite, linking airborne, satellite, and ground data. This collaboration required precise coordination due to the fast-moving ice, resulting in a valuable dataset for understanding sea ice dynamics.

How does the Cryosat satellite contribute to the data collection process?

What logistical challenges are mentioned regarding the data collection?