Airbus Zephyr
About
Airbus Zephyr is a solar-electric, fixed-wing high-altitude pseudo-satellite (HAPS) unmanned aerial system (UAS) designed to operate persistently in the stratosphere above 60,000 feet. It provides satellite-like services for earth observation, communications relay, and remote sensing at a lower cost and with greater flexibility than traditional satellites.
Key facts
At-a-glance profile data
- Website
- airbus.com
- Headquarters
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
- Founded
- 2001
- Employees
- 87,902
- Total funding
- $202M (Funding Round)
- Business model
- B2B
Funding rounds
| Date | Round | Amount | Lead investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Jan 2025 | Funding Round | $92M | - |
| 3 Jun 2024 | Series A | $100M | DoCoMo |
| 19 Jan 2018 | Grant/Partnership | $11M | UK Government |
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Frequently asked
How much funding has Airbus Zephyr raised?
Airbus Zephyr has raised a total of $202M in funding. The most recent round on record is Funding Round.
How many employees does Airbus Zephyr have?
Airbus Zephyr has approximately 87,902 people on record.
What is Airbus Zephyr's current status?
Airbus Zephyr's current operating status is: Inactive.