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NASA Completes Initial Review Toward X-59 Supersonic Flight
Flight Readiness Review board analysis is a key step toward the X-59 flight
NASA X-59 supersonic demonstrator on ramp at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works
The X-59 flight testing plan is undergoing a series of safety reviews at NASA as the agency preps the aircraft for ground run trials. © NASA / Steve Freeman

A NASA Flight Readiness Review board has completed its study of the plan for ground and flight testing of the X-59 low-boom supersonic demonstrator. This checks off the first step in the approval process for the Mach 1.4 aircraft to take to the skies.

Comprising independent experts from across NASA, the review board looked at the X-59 project team’s approach to safety for the public and staff during testing. This included delving into the project team’s analysis of potential hazards and risk identification. The board will provide insights and recommendations for moving forward.

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