NASA | IceBridge Kicks Off Campaign with “New” Aircraft

The video discusses the preparation and deployment of a NASA aircraft for a survey of Arctic Sea ice and Greenland's glaciers. The NASA C134, a turboprop cargo plane, is being used for the first time by the Icebridge team. The video covers the challenges of outfitting the aircraft with various instruments and the successful completion of test flights. The mission is now underway, with flights operating out of Greenland and Fairbanks, Alaska.

What is the primary mission of the aircraft discussed in the video?

• To test new aviation technologies

• To transport cargo across the Arctic

• To survey Arctic Sea ice and Greenland's ice sheets

• To conduct passenger flights to Greenland

What is unique about the NASA C134 aircraft used in the mission?

• It is the fastest aircraft in NASA's fleet

• It is a brand new model

• It is designed for passenger comfort

• It has a distinctive nose and elevated cockpit

How does the new aircraft compare to the P-3 aircraft?

• It is significantly faster

• It is more maneuverable

• It has similar performance and range

• It has a much longer range

What was a major challenge in configuring the new aircraft?

• Navigating through Arctic weather

• Installing and testing the instruments

• Finding a suitable pilot

• Securing funding for the mission

What ensures the aircraft follows the correct path during the mission?

• Precise navigation equipment

• Advanced autopilot systems

• Manual pilot navigation

• Satellite communication