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Against the stunning backdrop of the Jungfraujoch at 3,578 m ASL, the EULIAA UV lidar system reached a major milestone with its successful deployment. Following careful helicopter transport to the SPHINX Observatory Meteo Platform, comprehensive analyses confirmed that all optical subsystems remain perfectly aligned – requiring no adjustments!

Only hours after installation, the system achieved its first light, demonstrating its robustness and readiness for high-performance operations under extreme alpine conditions. This marks a significant step towards using lidar technology to better understand and monitor atmospheric dynamics from the troposphere to the mesosphere.

The achievement is a result of years of collaboration and refined engineering by the EULIAA partners. Alongside the technical success, the breathtaking views of the surrounding glaciers and peaks added a special touch to this milestone moment. Special thanks go to project partners, as well as partners HFSJG, Swissheli, and Jungfraubahnen, for their exceptional support.

Follow further updates from this high-altitude mission as the lidar begins its precision measurements to advance climate research.

A major breakthrough for the EULIAA project! The UV lidar system was airlifted via helicopter and successfully installed on the Meteo Platform of the SPHINX Observatory at 3,578 m altitude. Witnessing this state-of-the-art instrument being set against the high-alpine backdrop was truly an unforgettable moment.

Thanks to careful planning and collaboration, the lidar system became operational immediately after landing. Fine-tuning will ensure spectroscopic properties remain intact after the lift. This initiative is another step forward for climate research, bringing together expertise from EULIAA’s international consortium across five countries.

The team’s sincere gratitude goes to HFSJG, Swissheli, Jungfraubahnen, and everyone involved in making this happen, EULIAA team members, and Erich Furrer and Daniela Bissig from HFSJG. Follow the project for updates as this high-altitude lidar explores new frontiers in atmospheric science!