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Night Flights Over Berlin Map City for Germany's 3D Digital Twin

The data will feed a federal 3D digital twin used for planning, climate adaptation, traffic control, environmental protection, disaster preparedness.

Overview

  • A small survey aircraft contracted by BSF Swissphoto will fly several nights beginning Friday to laser-scan Berlin at roughly 1,500–800 meters.
  • Residents may notice increased nighttime noise due to the low-altitude passes, especially with windows open.
  • Clear skies are required for optimal data capture, with suitable conditions expected for the scheduled runs.
  • The Bundesamt reports the measurement phase is about 75% complete, with year-end completion possible if weather allows.
  • Repeat surveys are planned to monitor change, with Berlin slated for another campaign around 2027, using LiDAR point clouds demonstrated at about 22-centimeter resolution in Hamburg.