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High capacity, long-endurance aerial platforms deliver unrivaled persistence and stability when and where you need it.
Altaeros’ autonomous aerostats combine field-proven aerostat systems with revolutionary autonomy.
Aerostat Autopilot™ results in unparalleled availability which enables users to expand mission capabilities and
allows our aerostats to outperform traditional aerostats, tethered drones, and other aircraft
Industries We Serve
Government
Enhancing mission capabilities for Armed Forces, Homeland Security, Emergency Response, and more.
Commercial
Simplifying Network Resilience, Disaster Response, Telecom Rollouts, Industrial IoT, and more.
Aerostat Autopilot: Revolutionizing Aerostat Operation
Altaeros has developed the world’s most advanced autonomous control system for tethered aerostats: Aerostat Autopilot. Aerostat Autopilot runs all day-to-day flight operations including, launching, landing, flight, and more which keeps humans out of harm’s way. These advancements allow aerostats to operate more safely and effectively, while dramatically increasing mission availability. In this video, CEO/CTO Ben Glass sat down to discuss the features and functionality of Aerostat Autopilot and how it can help aerostat operators around the world.
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Altaeros UK is Altaeros’ wholly-owned subsidiary that manufactures high-performance, ultra-durable inflatable vehicles, and structures such as hangars, shelters, and custom inflatables.
In addition to manufacturing all Altaeros aerostat envelopes, they have a wide range of inflatable products suitable for a variety of industries.
Visit their website to learn more about inflatables manufacturing.
Latest News
Altaeros Awarded Second Year Contract from DHS/CBP for Aerostat Operations to Increase Border Security
Santa Teresa, New Mexico, USA, October 29, 2025 – Autonomous aerostat innovator Altaeros announced a follow-on contract for aerostat support, services, and sparing for a second year in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, after successfully deploying an ST-Flex aerostat in September 2024 to support critical border missions for the Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Santa Teresa is a dangerous smuggling corridor on the US Southern border; however, due to its high altitude and harsh desert weather conditions, it is difficult to deploy persistent systems and traditional, non-autonomous aerostats at that location. Altaeros aerostats handle harsh weather conditions by utilizing an autonomous control system, Aerostat Autopilot™, to maintain active flight control when high winds and other severe weather events occur. During its first year of operation in Santa Teresa, the ST-Flex demonstrated operational availability and harsh weather survivability above and beyond what has been achieved by legacy aerostat systems.
Altaeros and Let’s Go Racing Partner to Enhance Team Operations, Brand Engagement, and Fan Connectivity in Motorsport
Boston, MA – March 6, 2025 – Altaeros, a pioneer in autonomous aerostat systems, and Let’s Go Racing (LGR), a leading motorsport consultancy, are excited to announce a forward-thinking strategic partnership aimed at transforming connectivity, communication, and fan experiences across the motorsport world. Together, the two organizations will work to integrate groundbreaking technology that enhances both team operations and brand engagement, making motorsport more immersive and accessible than ever before.
Through this collaboration, Altaeros will combine its SuperTower technology with Let’s Go Racing’s expansive influence in major racing and sports series, including Formula 1, IndyCar, E1, and others. By blending Altaeros’ expertise in autonomous, lighter-than-air aerial systems with Let’s Go Racing’s deep industry experience, this partnership is designed to create solutions that redefine how teams, sponsors, and fans interact in the racing ecosystem.
Altaeros Unveils the ST-400 Autonomous Aerostat to Meet Customer Demand for Multi-Mission Capabilities
Fremont, NH – March 4, 2025; Altaeros, a leader in autonomous aerostat technology, announces the ST-400, a new aerostat designed to carry heavier payloads at higher altitudes than previous models. Building on the success of the ST-Flex tactical aerostat, the ST-400 will expand aerial capabilities for homeland security, military operations, and more.
The ST-400 can carry over 900 lbs of mission-critical payloads to altitudes exceeding 2,500 feet above ground level (AGL). With an enhanced rugged design, it excels in long-duration deployments in some of the world’s most challenging environments. The system features Altaeros’ Aerostat Autopilot™, enabling autonomous flight operations—no on-site crew is required for launch, recovery, or day-to-day flight, minimizing human risk.
