An engineer by training and a member of La Guilde, “Baptistou” has always been passionate about great journeys and adventures. This globetrotter made a major life shift to dedicate most of his time to the Des Ailes pour la Planète project, which led him to design, build, and fly his self-sufficient solar glider. With this Sol.Ex, which has logged over 200 flight hours, he completed a tour of France in 2022 and also performed daily demonstration flights at the Paris Air Show in Le Bourget. His pioneering spirit and his motto—“bringing people together around the idea that a sustainable world is possible, and inspiring young people with enthusiasm”—align perfectly with the SolarStratos mission, which he joined this year to oversee technical aspects and the Mission Control Center during flights. It’s a joy to see our respective adventures flying together to promote a more sustainable world.