Altair Collection

Milky Way over an old ranch corral
August 26, 2014 - The Milky Way over the old corral at the site of the 76 Ranch in the Frenchman Valley in Grasslands National Park, Saskatchewan, Canada

Artists concept showing the binary star system of Sirius A and Sirius B
This picture is an artists impression showing how the binary star system of Sirius A and its diminutive blue companion, Sirius B, might appear to an interstellar visitor

Aquila constellation and the Serpens-Ophiuchus double cluster of IC 4756 and NGC 663. Altair and Terazed stars are visible at top

Summer Triangle area of the northern summer Milky Way

The Summer Triangle stars in the Milky Way through Cygnus, Lyra and Aquila. The frame takes in the Milky Way from Cepheus to Ophiuchus

Widefield view of dark nebulae in the Aquila constellation
Widefield view of Barnards E, the Double Dark nebula Barnard 142 and 143, a pair of dark nebula in the Aquila constellation

The summer triangle: Cygnus, Lyra and Aquila
The summer triangle. This is the well known region of the sky which comprises the constellation of Cygnus (top left), Lyra (upper centre right) and Aquila (bottom left)

Aquila constellation. Aquila, the eagle, is a summer constellation in the northern hemisphere. Its brightest star is Altair (Alpha Aquilae, centre)

Altair planet. Computer artwork of the molten surface of a hypothetical planet orbiting the star Altair (Alpha Aquilae, lower right)

Milky Way starfield
Central Milky Way. Optical image of a starfield centred on the central Milky Way. North is at top. The bright area at lower centre is made up of star clouds lying towards the centre of our galaxy

Milky Way in the constellation of Aquila
Milky Way. Optical image of our galaxy, the Milky Way, in the constellation of Aquila the Eagle. The brightest star in Aquila is Altair (lower left)

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Altair, a name that resonates with innovation and exploration. From the vast expanse of the Milky Way over an old ranch corral to the pioneering spirit embodied by Sir Charles Kingsford Smith in front of his Lockheed Altair, this aircraft has left an indelible mark on history. Terrence Hertz, Deputy Associate Administrator for Technology at NASA Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate, recognizes the significance as it soars through the skies above Rogers Dry Lake at Edwards Air Force Base during a NOa/NASA mission. Its long wings stretch out proudly, showcasing its capabilities during environmental monitoring missions. Guided by skilled pilots from General Atomics, Altair takes flight as a remotely operated aircraft. With precision and expertise, it embarks on coastal mapping expeditions and mammal observations. Equipped with high-tech infrared imaging sensors nestled in its underbelly pod, Altair becomes an invaluable asset in aiding fire mapping efforts over wildfires like the Esperanza fire. On June 9th, Altair's first checkout flight proves successful – a testament to General Atomics' dedication to cutting-edge technology. This unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is built to push boundaries and explore new frontiers. With its payload bay capable of carrying up to 700 lbs. , NASA's Altair UAV becomes an essential tool for scientific endeavors. It opens doors for research and data collection that were once unimaginable. Altair represents progress – a symbol of human ingenuity reaching new heights. As we look towards the future, we can only anticipate further advancements made possible by this remarkable aircraft developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. Innovation knows no bounds when guided by pioneers like Sir Charles Kingsford Smith or Terrence Hertz. Altair continues their legacy as it soars through our skies – forever pushing boundaries and expanding our understanding of what is possible in aviation and beyond.