NTT Docomo to launch airborne telecom base stations in 2026

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A model of an aerial base station developed by an Airbus subsidiary that is known to stay in operation for 64 days straight. (Photo by Akitoshi Sugiura) 

SHIHO MIYAJIMA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japan's leading wireless carrier NTT Docomo said Monday that it will launch a fleet of aerial telecommunications base stations in 2026 through a partnership with a supplier owned by Airbus.

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