AEROKATS - Advancing Sensor Systems for Kites

Lightweight and compact sensor systems have enabled affordable observations of the near surface atmosphere using kites as lifting platforms. Numerous systems have been created and deployed in a variety of experiments, including imaging, wind/temperature/humidity profiling, and other in-situ measurements. The Advancing Earth Research Observation Kites with Atmospheric and Terrestrial Sensors (AEROKATS) project is intended to provide a practical method for users across multiple interests and skill levels. An overview of selected instruments, platforms, and participants will be presented.