NASA's X-59 jet goes supersonic for first time in key flight test

For several months, the X-59 has been taking part in a series of tests known as envelope expansion.

NASA aircraft breaks sound barrier in first supersonic test flight

The milestone comes after a busy testing period for NASA. Since the first flight on 28 October 2025, the team has completed ...
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NASA's X-59 jet is ready to break the sound barrier for the 1st time this month

NASA's X-59 jet is on the verge of finally breaking the sound barrier as the agency looks forward to the aircraft's first ...

NASA’s Quiet Supersonic Jet Is Ready for Its Biggest Test Yet

After months of test flights, NASA’s X-59 aircraft is gearing up for its biggest challenge yet: breaking the sound barrier ...
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NASA X-59 Supersonic Flight Imminent as Congress Moves to Lift 53-Year Ban

NASA X-59 supersonic flight is days away after 15 test flights reached Mach 0.95 at 43,000 feet. The quiet supersonic ...