EASA Progresses on Civil Supersonic Jet Regulations
EASA has released an advance proposal covering noise and emission limits for civil supersonic aircraft and a proposal with speed restrictions.
Spike Aerospace is still pursuing development of its S-512 supersonic business jet. Preliminary specifications and performance data includes a top speed of Mach 1.6, seating for up to 18 passengers, and 6,200-nm range. (Photo: Spike Aerospace)
Spike Aerospace is still pursuing development of its S-512 supersonic business jet. Preliminary specifications and performance data includes a top speed of Mach 1.6, seating for up to 18 passengers, and 6,200-nm range. (Photo: Spike Aerospace)

EASA has undertaken two rulemaking actions to develop environmental safeguards for the new generation of business jets and airline supersonic transports (SSTs) that are expected to become operational in the late 2020s.


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