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Light Detection And Ranging (LIDAR)
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LIDAR (Light Detection And Ranging)
LIDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) is an optical remote sensing technology that measures properties of scattered light to find range and/or other information of a distant target.
In aviation, LIDAR equipment has been used to detect the presence of Microburst, Volcanic Ash, and Wake Vortex Turbulence.