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대기오염물질 항공관측의 국내외 연구 및 동향

Review and Recommendations of Domestic and International Research on Aircraft-based Measurements for Air

Pollutants

Abstract 

The atmospheric aircraft-based measurement technology has ushered in a new era in atmospheric science, atmospheric chemistry, and meteorology. Removing the spatial constraints of traditional ground-based measurement, this technology has

enabled researchers to actively study atmospheric phenomena from many perspectives. Aircraft-based measurements

have the unique advantage of being able to physically access areas that are otherwise difficult to reach, such as high

altitudes, maritime regions, and polar zones. This capability provides invaluable data that significantly enhance our

understanding of atmospheric phenomena and environmental changes on Earth. However, despite their significant contributions,

aircraft-based measurements have limitations. High operational costs and limited payload are among the primary challenges that

need to be addressed. We recommend several strategies for better aircraft-based measurements. These include larger aircraft for

atmospheric pollution observations, which would allow for extended flight duration and increased payload capacity. We also

suggest cultivating specialized operational personnel for aircraft-based measurements to ensure the efficient use of these

resources. Furthermore, we recommend establishing a simplified official contact system to facilitate the negotiation of aircraft

-based measurement flight paths. This paper attempts to review the findings from various aircraft observation studies

conducted both domestically and internationally, with a focus on atmospheric pollutants. Also, we provide valuable

insights and considerations for future atmospheric pollution aircraft observations in South Korea. We hope to minimize trial and error in future aircraft-based measurements in South Korea, thereby contributing to more scientifically meaningful

results.

Key words 

Aircraft-based measurement, Airborne measurement, Air pollution, Review, Recommendation

▶출처 : 한국대기환경학회지 제 39권 제 5 호, 2023.10