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DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane  ZEPHYR - HIGHLY ADVANCED SOLAR-POWERED AIRCRAFT                                                                                                                                                         Source:  Airbus & Aalto European aviation leader Airbus, through its US based, spinoff company Aalto, is developing a breakthrough aircraft that's currently flying very high up in the atmosphere.  The lightweight high-flyer offers tremendous potential and unique capabilities.  Here are some key facts: Big potential for communications Could serve as aerial networks for our phones, TVs, computers & other devices Japanese mobile phone companies will deploy it over Japan in 2026 to improve service Launched by hand Totally solar powered Very lightweight - weighs about 100 kg Flies at 40 mph Unmanned Potential to stay airborne indefinitely Outperforms satellites as it can land for payload swaps During day, s