The image isn't as bad as you suggested.
The section of the image you cropped is overexposed, so it looks a little hazy.
But after adjusting the exposure, it shows plenty of detail considering that you are looking at <2% of the image.
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I have developed a utility that converts an AirData flight log into a virtual mission compatible with Google Earth Pro. While there are many potential applications, two key uses include:
Visual Analysis – Review and analyze a previously flown...