This solicitation closed on July 17, 2026
View current Department of Defense opportunities →CPE-ISW: Persistent Solar-Powered Stratospheric ISR Technology Development and Operational Demonstration
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DoD is developing solar-powered stratospheric drones for persistent ISR operations above 55,000 feet. The technology aims to extend mission endurance to 24+ hours, enabling continuous surveillance in contested environments without refueling.
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Project Director Sensors Aerial Intelligence (PD SAI) is advancing solar-powered stratospheric drone technology to provide persistent, long endurance Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities for Department of War (DOW) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. The operational need centers on extending mission endurance to maintain maximum ISR efficiency in contested environments where traditional ISR platforms face limitations. This prototype effort addresses critical ...
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CPE-ISW: Persistent Solar-Powered Stratospheric ISR Technology Development and Operational Demonstration
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