As governments and defense organizations evaluate next-generation layered defense architectures, the stratosphere is emerging as a critical operational layer. Positioned between conventional aircraft and satellites, high altitude platform stations (HAPS) offer a flexible, persistent, …
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As mobile networks evolve toward sixth generation (6G) communications, the industry is confronting a difficult reality: no single network layer can meet every requirement for coverage, latency, resilience, scalability, and …
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In Episode 49 of the Chasing Space podcast, host Brenden Swanik speaks with two HAPS Alliance leaders about shaping a new frontier in aerospace: Their focus is on the rise …
Emerging 6G technology already promises to be transformative in terms of new use cases, performance and operational efficiency. When extended by high altitude platform stations (HAPS) and other non-terrestrial networks …
New Whitepaper Outlines Strategic Role of HAPS in Enabling 6G Use Cases Read More »
The HAPS Alliance gathered in New York City for its annual member meeting, bringing together representatives from over 50 companies and 80 colleagues across 20 countries. Under the theme Stratosphere …
Showcasing Stratospheric Innovation at the 2025 Member Meeting Read More »
The HAPS Alliance Defense Applications Working Group has released the first technology readiness level (TRL) framework for HAPS to help defense programs integrate stratosphere-based technologies. Innovation is vital to successful …
Swift Engineering is a full-service innovation house that designs and manufactures vehicles, systems, components and solutions for clients like Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Bell, Sikorsky and NASA. In this …
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Around the world, societies are becoming increasingly dependent on reliable and resilient connectivity. From supporting healthcare delivery in remote regions to enabling disaster response, education, and economic growth, access to communications infrastructure has become as vital as electricity or water.
The HAPS Alliance was recently featured on an episode of The Watt Hour podcast. Russ Van Der Werff, HAPS Alliance President, joined the show to discuss High Altitude Platform Systems …
The HAPS Alliance is pleased to announce the appointment of its newly elected Officers for the 2025-2026 term. These leaders will help drive innovation and collaboration across the high altitude …
HAPS Alliance Announces Newly Elected Officers for 2025–2026 Read More »