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Multi-Functional Transport Satellite (MTSAT)

Instrument Categories: Satellite Observations

General Overview

The Multi-functional Transport Satellite (MTSAT) series fulfills two functions: a meteorological function by the Japan Meteorological Agency and an aviation control function by for the Civil Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. The MTSAT series will succeed the Geostationary Meteorological Satellite (GMS) series as the next generation satellite series covering the East Asia and the Western Pacific regions.

Primary Measurements Taken

The following measurements are those considered scientifically relevant. Refer to the netCDF File Header Descriptions (Data Object Design Files) for the list of all available measurements, including those recorded for diagnostic or quality assurance purposes.

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