NASA | IceBridge 2011: Update from Greenland

Catherine Hansen and Jefferson Beck from NASA's Earth Science team are in Greenland for the Ice Bridge mission. They face challenges like extreme weather and technical issues with aircraft. Despite these, they conduct GPS calibration and fieldwork, capturing data and stunning auroras through time-lapse photography.

What is the primary focus of the NASA Earth Science team's mission in Greenland?

• Conducting sea ice flights

• Studying the wildlife in Greenland

• Exploring the cultural heritage of Greenland

• Performing land ice flights over glaciers

What was one of the major challenges faced by the team during their mission?

• Shortage of scientific equipment

• Communication issues

• Extreme weather conditions

• Lack of food supplies

Why was the team unable to continue their flights from Kangerlussuaq?

• The plane was needed for another mission

• The scientists were not ready

• Mechanical issues with the aircraft

• Weather conditions were too favorable

What activity did the team undertake during their day off from flying?

• Conducting interviews with locals

• Repairing the aircraft

• Calibrating the GPS system

• Exploring local culture

What natural phenomenon did the team capture during their downtime?

• A volcanic eruption

• The Northern Lights

• A meteor shower

• A solar eclipse