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    Color

    Flight Patterns does not use any complex mapmaking techniques: simply plotting the data speaks for itself. However, color plays an important role in telling different stories using the same flight paths. Figure 6-4 through Figure 6-9 show some examples.

    In this map, color indicates altitude, with pure white meaning the plane is at ground level

    Figure 6-4. In this map, color indicates altitude, with pure white meaning the plane is at ground level

    A closeup on the Atlanta airport, clearly showing the layout of the runways (again, color indicates altitude)

    Figure 6-5. A closeup on the Atlanta airport, clearly showing the layout of the runways (again, color indicates altitude)

    In this map, color is used to distinguish between different models of aircraft

    Figure 6-6. In this map, color is used to distinguish between different models of aircraft

    A map of a single aircraft model, showing only flights on Embraer ERJ 145 regional jets

    Figure 6-7. A map of a single aircraft model, showing only flights on Embraer ERJ 145 regional jets


      

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