Post by cloudsurfer on Jul 2, 2007 13:08:41 GMT
After observing these clouds and looking for information on them, I found this site and joined. That being said, I feel very fortunate to have many chances to see these unusual cloud formations.I am a cargo airline pilot and generally fly at the times of night/day and latitudes/altitudes that allow very nice views . I have been viewing these clouds for the last month or so as I transit the north atlantic between the US and Europe while flying at latitudes 45degrees and north. The viewing times can be an hour or so after sunset until about an hour before sunrise. The usual forms are thin and whispy with the (I assume) normal luminous silvery/blue coloration. I usually do not carry a camera with me ,but am going to start so I can try to get some decent photo's of these beautiful clouds. A week ago, during a flight from the US to Scotland, the NLC formation stretched for hundreds of miles and was visible for about 3 hours in the summer twilight.
If anyone travels by air at night at the northern latitudes, look out if you are lucky to have a window seat and you will have a good chance to see some.
If anyone travels by air at night at the northern latitudes, look out if you are lucky to have a window seat and you will have a good chance to see some.
