Dynamics and photodissociation region properties in IC 1396A

Aims. We investigate the gas dynamics and the physical properties of photodissociation regions (PDRs) in IC 1396A, which is an illuminated bright-rimmed globule with internal structures created by young stellar objects. Methods. Our mapping observations of the [C ii] emission in IC 1396A with GREAT onboard SOFIA revealed the detailed velocity structure of this region. We combined them with observations of the [C i] 3 P1− 3 P0 and CO(4–3) emissions to study the dynamics of the different tracers and physical properties of the PDRs. Results. The [C ii] emission generally matches the IRAC 8 μm, which traces the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) emissions. The CO(4–3) emission peaks inside the globule, and the [C i] emission is strong in outer regions, following the 8 μm emission to some degree, but its peak is different from that of [C ii]. The [C ii] emitting gas shows a clear velocity gradient within the globule, which is not significant in the [C i] and CO(4–3) emission. Some clumps that are prominent in [C ii] emission appear to be blown away from the rim of the globule. The observed ratios of [C ii]/[C i ]a nd [Cii]/CO(4–3) are compared to the KOSMA-τ PDR model, which indicates a density of 10 4 –10 5 cm −3 .