NASA approves Lockheed Martin X-59 for maiden supersonic test flight phase

NASA has given the green light for the Lockheed Martin X-59, an experimental aircraft designed to reduce the thunderous sonic boom associated with supersonic travel, to enter its maiden test flight phase. This milestone is a significant step forward for the Quesst mission, aiming to gather data that could pave the way for future commercial supersonic flights over land. If successful, the X-59 could help mitigate the disruptive sonic boom, allowing faster-than-sound travel without the loud noise that currently prohibits such flights over populated areas. This development could revolutionize air travel by significantly reducing journey times across long distances.