Atmospheric Tides Middle Atmosphere Program (ATMAP): Report of the November/december 1981, and May 1982, Observational Campaigns

Atmospheric tides, oscillations in meteorological fields occurring at subharmonics of a solar or lunar day, comprise a major component of middle atmosphere global dynamics. The nature of atmospheric tides requires investigations and coordination on a global, and hence international, scale. The purpose of ATMAP is to create an interaction among observationalists, data analysts, theoreticians and modellers working towards common goals. The focus for this interaction is a series of global observational campaigns involving ground based remote sensing methods. The calendar of activities for ATMAP is presented. The results of solstice campaigns I and II are assembled, a preliminary interpretation of the results is presented.