NASA | OIB Flights South 2014: Mission Overview

The video discusses NASA's efforts to monitor Earth's ice changes due to climate sensitivity. It highlights the launch of the Ice SAT satellite and its successor, which aims to improve data quality. While awaiting the new satellite, NASA initiated Operation Ice Bridge to collect crucial data using aircraft, ensuring a consistent record of ice changes. This data is vital for understanding climate change implications.

What motivated NASA to launch the IceSAT satellite?

What advancements does the second generation of IceSAT aim to achieve?

What was the purpose of Operation IceBridge?

What is the significance of having a consistent record of Earth's ice inventory?

How does IceBridge contribute to understanding climate change?