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NASA’s X-59 second test ends early after cockpit warning
technology19 days ago

NASA’s X-59 second test ends early after cockpit warning

NASA’s experimental X-59 supersonic jet ended its second flight after nine minutes due to a cockpit warning, cutting the planned one-hour mission short. NASA said the data collected on systems and handling— aided by a camera-based cockpit display instead of a traditional windscreen—remains valuable as the program pushes toward higher speeds and muffled sonic booms for over-land flights, with more than 100 flights planned to advance the project.

via Mashable|
#aviation#nasa#supersonic
X-59 Quiet Supersonic Jet Preps for Second Test Flight
technology23 days ago

X-59 Quiet Supersonic Jet Preps for Second Test Flight

NASA's X-59 Quiet Supersonic aircraft, built with Lockheed Martin, is preparing for its second test flight at NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center in California. After its first flight in October 2025, the mission will have the aircraft take off from Armstrong, fly for about an hour, reach up to 20,000 feet and roughly 260 mph, and progressively fly faster and higher to test its reduced-boom sonic concept intended to enable overland supersonic flight.

via Space|
#edwards-air-force-base#nasa#sonic-boom
NASA’s X-59 Nears First Flight with Quiet Supersonic Technology
technology7 months ago

NASA’s X-59 Nears First Flight with Quiet Supersonic Technology

NASA's X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft is preparing for its first flight, with safety as a top priority. The aircraft features advanced systems like extensive data recording, digital fly-by-wire controls, multiple backup systems, and comprehensive safety measures including life support, ejection seat, and emergency restart capabilities. The initial low-altitude test will verify system integration before progressing to higher speeds and altitudes, ensuring a safe and successful flight.

via NASA (.gov)|
#flight-testing#nasa#safety-systems
NASA's Acting Administrator Janet Petro Announces June 6, 2025
space-exploration10 months ago

NASA's Acting Administrator Janet Petro Announces June 6, 2025

Acting NASA Administrator Janet Petro affirms commitment to the agency's mission, highlights recent achievements including the IXPE's astrophysics milestone, progress on the X-59 supersonic aircraft, successful vibration testing of the Roman Space Telescope, and ongoing scientific work on the ISS, while announcing workforce transition plans and emphasizing focus on international collaboration and technical excellence.

via NASA Watch|
#ixpe#janet-petro#nasa
NASA's X-59: Pioneering Quiet Supersonic Flight
technology1 year ago

NASA's X-59: Pioneering Quiet Supersonic Flight

NASA's X-59 aircraft, developed with Lockheed Martin, aims to revolutionize supersonic travel by reducing the disruptive sonic boom to a quieter 'sonic thump.' The aircraft, featuring a unique elongated nose, is designed to manage shockwaves and spread them out, minimizing noise impact on the ground. The X-59 incorporates parts from various aircraft to save costs and relies on advanced computational technology for its design. Scheduled for test flights next year, the project seeks to gather data to potentially influence future commercial supersonic travel regulations.

via The Register|
#aviation#lockheed-martin#nasa
NASA's X-59 Supersonic Jet Achieves Milestone with First Engine Test
technology1 year ago

NASA's X-59 Supersonic Jet Achieves Milestone with First Engine Test

NASA has successfully fired up the engines of its X-59 Quiet Supersonic Technology (Quesst) aircraft, designed to produce a quieter "sonic thump" instead of a traditional sonic boom. This innovation aims to make supersonic flight over land feasible by reducing noise levels to 75 perceived loudness decibels, akin to a car door slam. The X-59, developed with Lockheed Martin, features a unique design with a long nose and external cameras for navigation, and is set to undergo further testing to establish acceptable noise standards for future supersonic travel.

via The Register|
#aviation#nasa#supersonic
NASA's X-59 Quiet Supersonic Jet Nears First Test Flight
technology1 year ago

NASA's X-59 Quiet Supersonic Jet Nears First Test Flight

NASA's X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft project has reached a critical milestone with the completion of the Flight Readiness Review, allowing it to progress toward flight testing. The X-59, developed in collaboration with Lockheed Martin, aims to reduce the noise of sonic booms to a quieter "thump," potentially revolutionizing commercial air travel by enabling supersonic flight over land. The project will now move towards the Airworthiness and Flight Safety Review, with significant ground tests and systems integration ahead.

via SciTechDaily|
#lockheed-martin#nasa#sonic-boom
NASA's X-59 Supersonic Jet Clears Safety Review, Nears Test Flight
technology1 year ago

NASA's X-59 Supersonic Jet Clears Safety Review, Nears Test Flight

NASA's X-59 supersonic jet has passed its Flight Readiness Review, a crucial step towards its first flight. The review assessed safety measures and potential hazards, providing recommendations for the next phase, the Airworthiness and Flight Safety Review. The X-59, developed with Lockheed Martin, aims to reduce the noise of sonic booms, making supersonic flights over land feasible again. Further ground tests are planned before the jet's maiden flight.

via Space.com|
#flight-readiness-review#lockheed-martin#nasa
"Unveiling NASA's X-59: The Future of Supersonic Travel"
aerospaceaviation2 years ago

"Unveiling NASA's X-59: The Future of Supersonic Travel"

NASA and Lockheed Martin have collaborated to develop the X-59, a quiet supersonic research aircraft designed to minimize the disruptive sonic boom caused by breaking the sound barrier. With a sleek, futuristic design and advanced technology such as the eXternal Vision System, the X-59 aims to revolutionize air travel by enabling faster-than-sound commercial jets. If successful, this experimental aircraft could pave the way for significantly reduced travel times across the globe.

via ScienceAlert|
#aerospaceaviation#aviation#nasa
"Lockheed Martin and NASA Unveil Supersonic X-59 Jet for Faster Transatlantic Travel"
aviation-technology2 years ago

"Lockheed Martin and NASA Unveil Supersonic X-59 Jet for Faster Transatlantic Travel"

Lockheed Martin officially introduced its experimental X-59 supersonic aircraft with NASA, aiming to produce a quieter sonic thump instead of a sonic boom as it surpasses the speed of sound. The 99-feet-long aircraft, with a 29-foot wing-span, is set to undergo testing before its first flight in 2024, with the goal of gathering data to support new rules for quiet commercial supersonic flight over land. NASA aims to open new commercial markets for U.S. companies and benefit travelers worldwide through this demonstration.

via Fox Business|
#aviation#aviation-technology#lockheed-martin
"NASA Unveils Supersonic Jet for NYC to London in 3.5 Hours"
aerospacetechnology2 years ago

"NASA Unveils Supersonic Jet for NYC to London in 3.5 Hours"

NASA and Lockheed Martin have unveiled the X-59, a "quiet" supersonic aircraft designed to reduce the loud sonic booms of traditional supersonic flights to a gentle "thump." The 30-meter-long aircraft, part of NASA's Quesst mission, features a thin, tapered nose to break up shock waves and minimize noise. If successful, this technology could lead to a reconsideration of the ban on supersonic flights over land, potentially cutting travel time in half for commercial flights.

via Euronews|
#aerospacetechnology#nasa#noise-reduction
"NASA Reveals 'Son of Concorde' Supersonic Jet for Faster Transatlantic Travel"
aerospaceaviation2 years ago

"NASA Reveals 'Son of Concorde' Supersonic Jet for Faster Transatlantic Travel"

NASA unveiled the X-59, a new quiet supersonic aircraft designed to enable commercial supersonic travel by reducing the sound of the sonic boom to a mere thump. The experimental aircraft, set to take off for the first time later this year, has a predicted top speed of 1.4 times the speed of sound. NASA's Quesst mission, centered around the X-59, aims to provide information to assist regulators in re-evaluating regulations that forbid commercial supersonic flying over land. After flight testing, NASA will fly the aircraft over selected cities in the US to gather feedback on the sound it produces, with the data to be provided to aviation regulators.

via NDTV|
#aerospaceaviation#commercial-supersonic-travel#nasa