Islander To Test Antenna For Stratospheric Connectivity Platform

WMS’ BN2T-4A Islander is equipped with an advanced 5G phased-array antenna.

WMS’ BN2T-4A Islander is equipped with an advanced 5G phased-array antenna.

Credit: Britten-Norman
Britten-Norman plans to collaborate with telecommunications company World Mobile Stratospheric (WMS) to demonstrate an airborne 5G connectivity system using a BN2T-4S Islander. Flight testing is planned to begin in mid-2026. The tests are a follow-on to flights conducted in July 2024 by Britten...
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