This flyby is, scientifically speaking, one of the two most important Titan observations for the composite infrared spectrometer (CIRS) instrument during this phase of Cassini's mission.

Titan Flyby T-115: Last Close Comparison of Titan’s North and South Hemispheres
This flyby is, scientifically speaking, one of the two most important Titan observations for the composite infrared spectrometer (CIRS) instrument during this phase of Cassini’s mission. CIRS will perform limb mapping on both of the hazy moon’s north and south limbs during this flyby, which will provide a comparison and contrast between the spring (north) and fall (south) hemispheres. Rapid changes in atmospheric circulation are occurring in both hemispheres that have planetary scientists riveted to see what will happen next.

CIRS will map the south limb (at 73 degrees south latitude) on the inbound leg of the flyby, and the north limb (at 57 degrees north latitude) on the outbound leg.
Limb mapping provides a measure of how the gas and aerosol abundances in Titan’s atmosphere vary with altitude. CIRS will also measure temperature profiles, and it potentially could infer the locations of cloud layers.
Titan Flyby at a Glance
Date
Jan. 16, 2016
Altitude
2,205 miles (3,548 km)
Speed (rel. to Titan)
12,759 mph (5.7 km/sec)