scientists at Gígjökull; aerial observations
from two scientific overflights: TF-SIF (10:
30–11:00 GMT) and Eagle Air
(16:40–17:15 GMT).
Eruption plume:
Height (a.s.l.): TF-SIF observations at 10:
30 GMT confirmed an ash plume rising to 4–
5.4 km (13–18,000 ft) near to Eyjafjallajökull. Clouds of ash at lower
elevations observed drifting south-east of the eruption site. No verifiable
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