NASA's X-59 Aircraft Readies for Initial Supersonic Test Flight

Published: 2026-06-01T19:34:08Z
Category: science
Source: Space.com
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NASA's X-59 Quiet Supersonic Technology (QueSST) aircraft is preparing for its inaugural supersonic flight this month. This mission aims to develop technology that significantly reduces the sound of sonic booms, a critical step towards enabling future supersonic flight over land. This development represents a significant advancement in aeronautical engineering.

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