Connectivity
5G/6G direct-to-device coverage for regions without infrastructure, with millisecond-level latency.
Our mission
Solar-powered flight. Stratospheric endurance.
20 km
Operating altitude
5–10 ms
Latency to device
15 cm
Maximum image resolution
100% solar
Power source
We focus on three main use cases
Earth Observation
Persistent monitoring of wildfires, crops and critical infrastructure, with live imagery and video.
Dual-Use
Secure communications and aerial surveillance, complementing terrestrial networks and space systems.
Cost
A lower-cost layer that complements orbital constellations, extending coverage where satellites can't reach.
Climate
Solar-powered flight with zero operational emissions, enabling sustained missions without fuel.
Roadmap
From a team to an endurance record
Year 1
Team
- Building and iterating the founding team
- Taking part in UAS Challenge 2027, IMECHE, UK
- Full design–manufacturing–flight cycle
Year 2
Aircraft
- Transition from student project to HAPS
- Solar power management and integration of stratospheric flight systems
- Demo prototype and 1-day autonomous flight
Year 3+
Endurance
- Iterative HAPS platform testing and design validation
- Attempt to break the 67-day stratospheric endurance record
Team
Preparing the next generation of aerospace experts
We are already
- 19 NOTUS volunteer members
- 7 universities from Romania and abroad
- Planning regular team expansion based on project needs
We want
- To prepare experts and leaders in the aeronautical industry, especially for UAV/drone production
- To learn, research and apply the latest aviation technologies in an educational environment, bringing know-how and added value to Romania
Strategic partners
Innovation hubs and industry organisations that provide technical expertise, testing support and access to Romania's aerospace ecosystem.
