BAE Systems & PHASA-35: First flight of the PHASA-35 solar powered unmanned aircraft

PHASA-35, a 35m wingspan solar-electric aircraft successfully completed its maiden flight in Australia, February 2020. Designed to operate unmanned in the stratosphere, above the weather and conventional air traffic, PHASA-35 offers a persistent and affordable alternative to satellites combined with the flexibility of an aircraft, which could be used for a range of valuable applications including forest fire detection and maritime surveillance. At BAE Systems, our advanced defence technology protects people and national security, and keeps critical information and infrastructure secure. Find out more at http://www.baesystems.com/youtube