Recent trials conducted at Spaceport America in New Mexico, USA, demonstrated that the solar-powered aircraft can remain airborne for 24 hours at an altitude exceeding 12 miles. BAE Systems ...

The autonomous solar power Skydweller aircraft is capable of nearly perpetual, safe flights in all conditions.

but also to look for any signs that these systems could affect systems on other research aircraft that will fly behind the X-59 during test flights. For instance, the agency plans to fly an F-15D ...

The modules provide solar power to a specially adapted Zenith 750 aircraft – the “electric Sky Jeep.” This prototype has a 30kWh battery, which is enough for a 30-minute flight. According to ...