Introducing the Zephyr 3: A Revolutionary Low-Cost High-Altitude Aircraft

The Zephyr 3 is a revolutionary aircraft developed in Hampshire to provide a low-cost alternative for high-altitude photographic data collection. Made from carbon fibre and equipped with solar panels, it weighs only 14 kilograms. The aircraft is designed to be launched to 40 kilometers using a balloon. If it can recharge its batteries during the day, it could perform long-duration flights, taking on roles typically handled by satellites.

What is the primary purpose of developing the Zephyr 3 aircraft?

• To explore deep space

• To serve as a new type of passenger aircraft

• To replace commercial airplanes

• To provide a low-cost method for high-altitude data collection

What material is used to construct the Zephyr 3?

• Carbon fibre

• Steel

• Aluminum

• Plastic

How does the Zephyr 3 generate power for its propellers?

• By burning fuel

• Through solar panels on its wings

• Using wind turbines

• With nuclear energy

What is the weight of the Zephyr 3 aircraft?

• 14 kilograms

• 50 kilograms

• 200 kilograms

• 100 kilograms

What is the potential benefit of the Zephyr 3's long-duration flights?

• It can be used for underwater exploration

• It can travel to other planets

• It can perform some functions of satellites

• It can replace helicopters