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NASA wants to validate technology for supersonic commercial aircraft
X-59 QueSST
Image: NASA
Rafael Ramos
8/5/2021
The X-59 QueSST (Quiet supersonic technology) is a research aircraft that aims to pave the way for supersonic passenger aircraft. The plane promises not to make the so-called sonic boom (noise when the sound barrier is broken).
X-59 QueSST dimensions
Image: Lockheed Martin
The aircraft will have some filters that will absorb the noise of the jet engine, in addition to its aerodynamic shape, which prevents the formation of shock waves. All this so that the sound generated is as little as possible for people on the ground.
X-59 QueSST
Image: Lockheed Martin
NASA posted a timelapse video on their social networks. The video shows the construction of the plane, which has design features that will allow it to fly at an altitude of over 16 thousand meters and exceed 1.4 times the speed of sound.
The X-59 plane is taking shape and the first flight of the X-59 QueSST is planned for 2022.”
See the publication on the external link below.
If the tests are successful, NASA could pave the way for supersonic commercial flights to be possible.
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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