Exploring the Earth's Atmosphere: The Perseus Environmental Research Platform

The Perseus aircraft is a remote-controlled glider designed by NASA to conduct high altitude studies of the Earth's atmosphere. With its lightweight design and advanced technology, Perseus can fly twice as high as a commercial jetliner and carry 50kg of scientific payload. This low-cost aircraft allows scientists to gather vital atmospheric research and gain a better understanding of our environment, without the constraints and risks associated with manned aircraft.