X-59 model tested in wind tunnel as NASA nears no-boom supersonic flight

supercarblondie.com·Jul 17

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A model of the X-59 has been tested in a wind tunnel, with some tests taking place in japan. The testing is part of an effort to develop quiet supersonic flight, but the status of actual flight tests is unclear, with some outlets suggesting preparations are underway for the first supersonic flight, while others indicate that a second flight was cut short. The X-59 model has undergone various forms of testing, including electromagnetic testing and a test that reached Mach 1.4.

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