The Jetstream begins at around 70,000 ft so at 45,000 the mother drone won't be affected, you can get hurricane force winds at 45,000 though. I once flew all the way back to London from California with 80MPH tail winds most of the way and we landed more than half an hour early.
If they do have an airship on station eventually I hope it's kitted out steampunk style.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
