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pilot-balloon observation |
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pilot-balloon observation [′pī·lət bə‚lün ‚äb·zər′vā·shən] (meteorology) A method of winds-aloft observation, that is, the determination of wind speeds and directions in the atmosphere above a station; involves reading the elevation and azimuth angles of a theodolite while visually tracking a pilot balloon. Also known as pibal. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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