Aircraft program
Solar HAPS (High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellite) designed to deliver telecommunications network and other types of connectivity from the sky to the ground. Propelled by 10 electric motors powered by solar panels covering the surface of the wing.
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See Analytics rates| Variant | Launch / first flight | Production end | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAPSMobile Sunglider | 2018 / 2019 | Stratospheric glider, formerly known as HAWK30. | |
| AeroVironment/SoftBank Horus A | 2024 / 2024 | Variant with greater payload capability (up to 150 lb), developed for government operations. |
| AeroVironment, Inc. | News | |
| SoftBank Corp. | News |
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