Reviving the Supersonic Dream: An Inside Look at NASA's X-59
On June 19, 2023, NASA's X-59 aircraft took a pivotal stride towards its maiden flight, moving from its construction facility to the flight line at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works in Palmdale, California.
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NASA's X-59 mission intends to redefine supersonic flight with its quieter sonic thump.
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The X-59 will fly over communities, collecting essential data on reactions to its unique sonic thump.
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GE Aviation's engine powers the X-59, enabling it to reach Mach 1.4, or 925 mph, at 55,000 feet.
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Unlike its predecessors, the X-59 will emit a sonic thump, replacing the intense sonic boom.
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The X-59, as NASA’s experimental supersonic plane, could drastically cut travel times.
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From 2024, NASA will collect public feedback on the X-59's sound during over-city flights.
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The X-59 uses Quiet Supersonic Technology to transform the loud sonic boom into a milder thump.
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Termed the ‘Son of Concorde,’ the X-59 signifies the resurgence of supersonic travel.
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