AALTO plans Zephyr stratospheric hub in northern Australia and seeks local payload partners
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 18, 2026
AALTO HAPS Ltd, an Airbus subsidiary that develops and operates the Zephyr solar-powered Stratocraft, plans to establish its second launch and landing site in northern Australia as it expands stratospheric operations and services. The proposed AALTOPORT in Australia would complement the company’s existing launch and landing base in Kenya, which opened in 2024, and is aimed at supporting a nation
Published by SpaceDaily on 02/19/2026
