NASA’s X-59 Achieves Milestone with Engine Performance Tests
– NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft progresses towards its first flight with engine performance tests completion.
– The engine run tests, using a modified F414-GE-100, were successfully conducted by NASA and Lockheed Martin in January.
– These tests mark a crucial step in the preparation for the X-59’s upcoming inaugural flight later this year.
Author’s Take
The successful completion of engine performance tests for NASA’s X-59 aircraft signals a significant milestone in the development of this cutting-edge supersonic research project. With its quiet supersonic capabilities, the X-59 holds promise for reshaping the future of supersonic travel, marking a pivotal moment in aeronautical advancements.
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