Jet Stream Collection

Jupiter. True colour optical image of Jupiter, taken from a mosaic of shots by the Cassini spacecraft on 29 December 2000

Wiley Post, left and Harold Gatty, seen here in 1931. Wiley Hardeman Post, 1898 - 1935. American aviator, the first pilot to fly solo around the world. Harold Charles Gatty, 1903 - 1957

Jet stream cirrus clouds C016 / 5818
Jet stream cirrus clouds over a snowy landscape. Cirrus clouds are found at altitudes of over 5 kilometres. They consist of tiny ice crystals blown by the wind into wispy cloud shapes

1930s Dust Bowl drought explained C016 / 8123
1930s Dust Bowl drought explained. Computer artwork showing how, during the 1930s, cooler than normal tropical Pacific Ocean temperatures (blues)

Jet streams, artwork
Jet streams. Computer artwork showing the paths of the jet streams around the globe. Jet streams are fast flowing high-altitude narrow air currents that circle the Earth

John Wise, aeronaut
John Wise (1808-1879), American balloonist, born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA. He made his first balloon ascent in Philadelphia in 1835

Jetstream clouds seen over north-western Libya. The jetstreams are high-altitude, fast-moving air currents that are a few thousand kilometres long

Jet stream clouds over eastern Canada, seen from orbit. North is towards bottom. This band of high- altitude clouds runs from bottom right to centre

View of long cirrus clouds over Atlantic
View of long cirrus clouds & transverse bands over the Atlantic, 160 km northwest of Dakar on the westernmost tip of Africa

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"Unleashing the Power of the Jet Stream: A Journey through Time and Space" In 1931, Wiley Post and Harold Gatty embarked on a groundbreaking adventure that would forever change our understanding of aviation. As they soared above the clouds, their pioneering spirit propelled them to become the first pilots to circumnavigate the world solo. Their remarkable feat not only showcased human resilience but also shed light on an extraordinary atmospheric phenomenon known as the jet stream. The jet stream, like a celestial highway in the sky, is a high-speed air current that meanders across vast distances within Earth's atmosphere. Its discovery revolutionized long-distance travel by providing aviators with an invisible tailwind capable of propelling aircraft at unprecedented speeds. Just as Jupiter's mighty storms shape its atmosphere, these powerful wind currents shape our own planet's weather patterns. Captured in stunning artwork from decades past, we witness how jet streams manifest themselves through ethereal cirrus clouds stretching across horizons. These wispy formations serve as nature's brushstrokes painting mesmerizing strokes upon azure canvases. They reveal secrets hidden within their delicate fibers – tales of John Wise soaring high above landscapes or serving as navigational guides for daring explorers like Post and Gatty. Yet beyond their aesthetic allure lies a deeper significance – one that unravels mysteries surrounding historical events such as the Dust Bowl droughts of the 1930s. The relentless winds carried dust particles over great distances, exacerbating ecological disasters and leaving lasting scars on communities affected by this environmental upheaval. Today, we continue to marvel at these enigmatic jetstream clouds dancing gracefully across Atlantic skies—a testament to both nature's beauty and its immense power. With each passing moment, they remind us of humanity's insatiable curiosity and unwavering determination to conquer new frontiers. As we gaze upon these long cirrus trails etched against boundless blue expanses, let us be inspired by the audacity of those who dared to explore.