NASA will conduct low-altitude research flights over farmland near Amarillo, Texas, between October 22 and November 9. A Dynamic Aviation A200 aircraft will fly at low altitudes to measure gaseous and particulate emissions from the region.
The flights represent part of NASA's effort to gather atmospheric data from agricultural areas. The aircraft will operate during the specified two-week window, collecting information on emissions that impact air quality and atmospheric composition over Texas farmland.
Residents in the Amarillo area may observe the low-flying aircraft during this period. NASA has announced the research campaign to inform the public about the flights and their scientific purpose.
The specific emissions being measured and the broader research objectives beyond emissions collection were not detailed in the available information.