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QuEST students in front of a research facility on a trip abroad

High-Altitude Weather Balloon

A balloon with a camera and sensors, sent to the edge of space from the school field.

Introduction to the project

A weather balloon with a camera, GPS and sensors, launched from the school field to the edge of space and back.

Project timeline

Updates posted by the team through the year, and what is coming next.

DoneComing up
  1. Oct
    2026
  2. Mar
    2027
    Milestone

    Launch day

    Launch from the school field, weather permitting.

Project gallery

High-Altitude Weather Balloon gallery

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