BAE Systems’ solar-electric PHASA-35 drone completed its first stratospheric flight over a 24-hour period, soaring to more than 66,00 feet before landing successfully in New Mexico. The data collected will be used by engineers to assess the performance of their experimental solar-electric aircraft within the outer-reaches of Earth’s atmosphere.
PHASA-35 has a 35 meter (114.8 foot) wingspan and is capable of carrying a 15 kg (33 lb) payload. It utilizes various world-leading technologies including advanced composites, energy management, solar electric cells and photo-voltaic arrays to provide energy during the day, all of which is stored in rechargeable cells to maintain ๏ฌight overnight. Practical applications include using PHASA-35 to deliver communications networks (4G / 5G) or for disaster relief and border protection, as a safer alternative to traditional airborne as well as satellite systems.
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PHASA-35 is breaking new ground – opening up the stratosphere to new possibilities. The team, which brings together BAE Systemsโ know-how from across the globe with innovative solar and power management technologies, demonstrated tremendous commitment and ambition as they tackled the challenges associated with novel technologies and approaches. This partnership approach is key to our ability to enhance our defence expertise with new thinking and technologies,” said Cliff Robson, Group Managing Director for BAE Systemsโ Air Sector.