A Trip Through Time With Landsat 9

The video provides an overview of the Landsat program, highlighting its unique half-century of data collection. It traces the program's history from its inception in 1966, through various technological advancements, to the modern era with Landsat 8 and the integration with Sentinel 2 satellites. Key milestones include the launch of the first Earth resources technology satellite, the introduction of the thematic Mapper, and the free availability of data in 2008. The video emphasizes the program's impact on mapping, agriculture, and climate change monitoring.

What unique feature does the Lancet satellite have that distinguishes it from previous satellites?

What advancements were made with the thematic Mapper instrument on Landsat 4 and 5?

Explain the impact of making Landsat data available for free in 2008.

How did the launch of Landsat 8 in 2013 improve data collection compared to previous satellites?

Describe the significance of the data collected by Landsat satellites since the 1970s.