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NASA Upgrades F-15s for X-59 Supersonic Chase!

NASA has taken a giant leap in supersonic flight testing by upgrading two F-15D Eagles as chase planes for the innovative X-59 QueSST aircraft. Key modifications include an enhanced life support system adapted from the F-22 Raptor, allowing these jets to operate safely at altitudes up to 60,000 feet and speeds of Mach 2. This ambitious project aims to mend the sonic boom issue, paving the way for supersonic travel overland by 2026. Discover how NASA is shaping the future of aviation!

Dec 31

NASA Upgrades F-15s for X-59 Supersonic Chase!

NASA's X-59: A Giant Leap for Quiet Supersonic Flight!

NASA's X-59 QueSST aircraft has achieved a critical milestone in its journey towards quiet supersonic flight. The successful completion of its first maximum afterburner engine test marks a pivotal step for the X-59, part of NASA's mission to mitigate sonic booms over land. This advancement was accomplished at Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works facility, ensuring the engine's performance at full power, a necessity for supersonic speeds.

Dec 26

NASA's X-59: A Giant Leap for Quiet Supersonic Flight!