It became known that NASA began testing a new supersonic airplane X-59.
The goal of the project is to fly faster than the speed of sound without a loud sonic boom, writes Interesting Engineering.
During the tests, the team is checking the operation of key systems to ensure safety during takeoff and landing.
In the next phase, the airplane will gradually accelerate to near takeoff speed.
The aircraft is designed for a cruising speed of Mach 1.4 (approximately 1,488 km/h) at an altitude of 17 km. Its unique design – an elongated nose and thin wings – allows it to dissipate shock waves.
The X-59 project is intended to demonstrate the possibility of supersonic commercial flights over land without disturbing residents.
NASA has begun testing a new supersonic airplane, the X-59. The goal of the project is to fly faster than the speed of sound without a loud sonic boom.
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NASA plans to share the data obtained with the United States and other countries to set new standards for acceptable noise for such flights.
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