This drone can deliver the internet from the edge of space

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  • The Zephyr S UAV

    The Zephyr S UAV

    This is the Zephyr S, a solar-powered autonomous drone built by Airbus.

    Photo by: Airbus

    Caption by: Steve Ranger

  • Stratospheric

    Stratospheric

    The Zephyr S has a wingspan of 25 meters and is designed to operate in the stratosphere, at an average altitude of 21km.

    Photo by: Airbus

    Caption by: Steve Ranger

  • Zephyr S use cases

    Zephyr S use cases

    Uses for the Zephyr S include surveillance and reconnaissance, or providing internet access to remote regions.

    Photo by: Airbus

    Caption by: Steve Ranger

  • 100-day missions

    100-day missions

    Eventually Airbus wants the drone to fly for 100 days without landing, powered by its solar array. Airbus has opened a production line for the drone in Farnborough.

    Photo by: Airbus

    Caption by: Steve Ranger

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Stratospheric

The Zephyr S has a wingspan of 25 meters and is designed to operate in the stratosphere, at an average altitude of 21km.

Caption by: Steve Ranger

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