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NASA and Lockheed Martin have revealed the X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft, set to collect data that could pave the way for a new era of commercial supersonic flights. The mission aims to sway regulators to reconsider the 50-year-old ban on supersonic flights due to noise concerns, with the aircraft reaching speeds of 925 mph.
NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy called the X-59’s unveiling a “major accomplishment,” marking a key milestone for the Quesst mission. The mission aims to overturn the ban on commercial supersonic flights due to noise concerns. The plane, capable of reaching 1.4 times the speed of sound, was presented at Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works facility in Palmdale, California.
NASA partnered with industry regulators to secure data from the Quesst mission that will demonstrate the feasibility of quiet commercial supersonic travel over land, potentially creating new markets for U.S. companies and benefiting global travelers. The X-59 is expected to undergo maiden flight testing after integrated systems and taxi testing, showcased at the Lockheed Martin Skunk Works facility, before it’s transferred to NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center.
Following the X-59’s successful test flights, NASA plans to gather feedback on the sound the aircraft generates and public perceptions by flying over selected U.S. cities. This feedback will then be shared with the Federal Aviation Administration and international regulators.
This development is a giant leap in air travel, with the data from the X-59 potentially revolutionizing the airline industry, resulting in faster travel options and new commercial opportunities. Reducing noise levels could also change regulations and enable supersonic flights over land, leading to a more efficient global transportation system. The unveiling marks a significant step toward shaping the future of commercial supersonic travel.



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