Self-consistent distance determinations for Lutz-Kelker-limited samples
  We present a method designed to correct for Lutz-Kelker effects in distance-limited samples. The method allows for the calculation of distances to individual objects and, at the same time, provides a fit to a parameterized, self-consistent spatial distribution of the population. An example using Hipparcos data is presented and the relevance to Gaia is also discussed. 
J. Ma\'iz Apell\'aniz (1 and 2) ((1) STScI, (2) ESA)