[Vk5-wx-sonde] Sonde Launches from PW

[Erich Heinzle]

Another on 402.1 now.

The question that comes to mind is, does hydrogen filling, and extent of
filling, affect the predicted landing sites significantly.

Erich
VK5HSE

On Fri, 12 Apr 2019 09:55 Erich Heinzle, <a1039181 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Seems to be one this morning on 401.2.
>
> Looking at the predictions for adelaide, and assuming launch from port
> Wakefield, a landing near burra seems likely.
>
> Erich
> VK5HSE
>
> On Thu, 11 Apr 2019 21:26 Tim VK5ZT via Vk5-wx-sonde, <
> vk5-wx-sonde at vk5fo.com> wrote:
>
>> FYI all...
>>
>> The proof range (Joint Proof & Experimental Unit) has a sonde launch
>> facility complete with a hydrogen filling station, receiving system etc...
>>
>> It was used in the past for met data to assist in targeting large
>> calibre weapons fire.
>>
>> If there is no indication of firing going on, then there is probably
>> some other experiment going on.
>>
>> Clearly some sort of airborne system if it needs met data....
>>
>> Such things are usually conducted by DSTG but it anyone's guess.
>>
>> I will see if there is anyone out there willing to give me some info.....
>>
>> Tim VK5ZT
>>
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