pilot balloon

noun

Definitions

  1. A small unmanned balloon whose ascent is followed by a theodolite to obtain data for the…

    A small unmanned balloon whose ascent is followed by a theodolite to obtain data for the computation of the speed and direction of winds in the upper air.

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