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Skydweller Drone: 90-Day Solar-Powered Flight Revolutionizes Surveillance

7/17/2025

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Skydweller Aero and Thales are joining forces to create the groundbreaking Skydweller drone, a solar-powered marvel that can soar for an astonishing 90 days. With a massive 236-foot wingspan and over 17,000 solar cells generating 100 kilowatts, this drone is engineered for maritime surveillance, boasting cutting-edge radar and self-healing technology for both military and civilian applications.

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Skydweller Aero and Thales are joining forces to create the groundbreaking Skydweller drone, a solar-powered marvel that can soar for an astonishing 90 days. With a massive 236-foot wingspan and over 17,000 solar cells generating 100 kilowatts, this drone is engineered for maritime surveillance, boasting cutting-edge radar and self-healing technology for both military and civilian applications.