Altametry

Altametry Inc. makes, sells and operates tethered smart balloons. The company calls them persistent aerial platforms. It is based in Miami, Florida. The company says its blimps support public safety, environmental monitoring, wildlife preservation and research.

The main product is the Extended Watchover system. The site says Alta blimps can be moved by foot, bike, car, jet ski or boat. They can also stay anchored for days using a ground station. The company says a system can stay aloft for days or weeks.

The site says no FAA license is needed to run the system. It says staff can be trained quickly. Customers can also buy a full service subscription where the company does the work. The company lists cameras, sensors, radio repeaters and a command center among its products.

The company lists services for public events, site surveillance, special events, mapping and modeling, and scientific studies. It offers turnkey systems and operators for single events or multiple event subscriptions. The site says it provides aerial photos and videos for outdoor events.

The site says a balloon stayed aloft for three continuous weeks over Fort Myers after Hurricane Ian. It says Altametry systems have been used by the National Science Foundation and the University of Miami.

The site lists a lab and factory in Miami. The contact page gives the phone number (305) 699-6902 and a form for quote requests. The company invites nearby visitors to tour the lab.