FirstNet and AT&T built a large blimp to provide wireless network coverage to first responders during a disaster, the blimp is named the 'FirstNet One.' The FirstNet One blimp is 55-feet long and it is able to fly over disaster areas at an altitude of 1,000 feet. The blimp is also durable, as it can operate in 50Mph winds, and it can fly for two weeks before it needs to be refueled.
Wireless communication can be vital for first responders during an emergency, and the blimp will help people on the ground coordinate relief efforts in the wake of a disaster.
The FirstNet One blimp underwent testing in Tuskegee, Alabama. Following testing, it can now be utilized by 10,000 different safety organizations.
Disaster Relief Blimps
The FirstNet One Blimp Can Provide Wireless Coverage to First Responders
Trend Themes
1. Disaster Relief Blimps - As seen with FirstNet One blimp, there is an opportunity for more companies to develop and market blimps as an effective communication tool during natural disasters.
2. Wireless Network Coverage for First Responders - There is an opportunity for companies to further develop and innovate in providing reliable and accessible wireless network coverage for first responders during natural disasters.
3. Durable Emergency Blimps - There is an opportunity for companies to create more durable and long-lasting emergency blimps to provide wireless coverage to first responders for a significantly longer period of time.
Industry Implications
1. Telecommunications - There is a great opportunity for companies in the telecommunications industry to develop more innovative and effective methods to provide first responders with reliable communication during a natural disaster.
2. Aerospace - Companies in the aerospace industry can innovate the technology used in aerial vehicles to create more durable blimps and drones to aid first responders in emergency situations.
3. Emergency and Disaster Response - Organizations that specialize in emergency and disaster response can utilize these reliable, long-lasting blimps to aid in their operations.