formation, however, would undoubtedly be more easily classified if
at least some of their spectral characteristics were known along with
their size and shape. The often heard argument that a well-trained
botanist, soil scientist, geologist can obtain all the information
required from panchromatic, 1:20,000 scale photography may be true,
À but these qualities are formed from years of training and experience
and with the demand placed on remote sensor technology today, training
has to become more efficient.
arr Multispectral aerial photography can provide the following
oF benefits and capabilities for interpreter training:
f 1. More cost effective for imagery acquisition than multicamera
or multi-overflights with a single camera.
2. Environmental and equipment factors are held constant during
acquisition.
3. Utilization of the electromagnetic spectrum from approximately
350 to 900 micrometers.
e 4. Increases the confidence of interpreter decisions by providing
for more than one type of photo of the same area.