3. AtlantikSolar
Setting a global record for continuous solar-powered flying, the AtlantikSolar drone flew for an amazing 81 hours and 37 minutes, therefore attaining a historic mark. Designed by ETH Zurich's experts, this amazing aeroplane boasts an 88% of its upper wing surface covered solar cell arrangement. With its creative energy management technology and lightweight construction—which weights just 6.8 kg—the drone can keep flight across several day-night cycles. AtlantikSolar shown hitherto unheard-of endurance for its weight class throughout its record-breaking flight, keeping steady flight even in difficult weather. This success has established new standards for autonomous solar-powered aircraft and demonstrated the feasibility of ideas for continuous flying.
