Abstract: o ensure realistic use of atmospheric motion vector (AMV) observations in data assimilation, the error characteristics of the observation type need to be known and carefully taken into account. Assigning a height to the ...

Abstract: Advances in computer power have made it possible to increase the spatial resolution of regional numerical models to a scale encompassing larger convective elements of less than 5 km in size. One goal of high resolution is ...

Abstract: The manuscript addresses the need for tropospheric and stratospheric wind profiles and discusses capabilities to fulfil such need. To follow up the Aeolus mission an international operational UV Doppler Wind Lidar constellation ...