WSMR R AND D, Atmospheric Science

The WSMR R AND D, Atmospheric Science unit is a specialized research division at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), established to support military testing and development through advanced atmospheric science. Since its inception in the Cold War era, the unit has played a critical role in studying weather, atmospheric phenomena, and their effects on missile trajectories and defense systems. Its research has enabled more accurate missile testing, improved safety protocols, and contributed to innovations in meteorological instrumentation. Over the decades, the unit’s expertise has been vital in supporting U.S. Army, Department of Defense, and allied operations at WSMR and beyond.