Deep-layer-mean (850-200 mb) wind analysis (top) and maximum
deep-layer-mean
wind perturbations from the National Center for Environmental
Prediction
ensembles with the synoptic flow experiment flight track locations
(bottom)
for 16 August 1995 0000 UTC. The adaptive observation hypothesis
states
that observations in the areas of maximum perturbation are most
important
in determining the future evolution of the atmosphere.