UAVOS Partnership Achieves HAPS Advances with Successful High-Altitude Test Flight

Flight Overview

UAVOS, in cooperation with Mira Aerospace, has successfully completed the test flight of the ApusNeo 18 High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The mission validated the aircraft’s endurance, communication systems, and payload integration at stratospheric altitudes.

Aircraft Capabilities

The ApusNeo 18 is a solar-powered, unmanned stratospheric platform designed for extended missions. It operates in the stratosphere at altitudes up to 20 kilometers, carrying out functions such as environmental monitoring, border surveillance, and telecommunications relay. The lightweight structure and efficient solar energy system allow the aircraft to stay airborne for long durations without refueling.

Test Flight Results

During the flight, UAVOS engineers tested aircraft stability, flight control algorithms, and onboard communication links. The test confirmed that the ApusNeo 18 can perform reliably in high-altitude conditions, maintaining energy efficiency and stable operations. According to UAVOS representatives, the achievement marks a significant advancement in autonomous solar-powered aviation.

“This test demonstrates UAVOS’s ability to deliver advanced HAPS solutions for global communication and observation missions,” stated a company spokesperson.

Strategic Goals

The partnership between UAVOS and Mira Aerospace aims to commercialize HAPS technology for both civil and defense applications. Their collaboration focuses on developing scalable platforms supporting long-endurance operations and next-generation airborne services.

“Our cooperation with Mira Aerospace continues to push the boundaries of stratospheric flight and system autonomy,” UAVOS added.

Future Development

UAVOS and Mira Aerospace plan additional test campaigns to further refine the system’s energy management, payload capacity, and operational stability. Future versions of the ApusNeo series are expected to support global coverage for telecommunication and Earth observation networks.

Author summary: UAVOS and Mira Aerospace achieved a major milestone with the ApusNeo 18 high-altitude test in Abu Dhabi, demonstrating efficient HAPS performance for communication and observation missions.

Unmanned Systems Technology — 2025-11-28