NASA's experimental supersonic X-59 jet designed to travel faster than the speed of sound is preparing for its second flight from California.

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NASA’s X-59 experimental aircraft is preparing for its second flight, a step that will set the pace for more flight testing in 2026.

Lockheed Martin designed NASA's Quesst mission. An experimental aircraft called X-59 is being tested as a significant part of this mission. It will at.

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NASA’s X-59 supersonic aircraft is preparing for its second flight, inching its way closer to flying faster than the speed of ...

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NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft conducted its historic first-ever flight. See the flight highlights here. Credit: NASA ...

NASA's X-59 experimental aircraft is preparing for its second flight, a step that will set the pace for more flight testing in 2026. Over the coming months, NASA will take the quiet supersonic jet ...

The "quiet' supersonic jet already made one test flight in October 2025, and is now readying for its second test flight. In this photo, technicians monitor the aircraft as it undergoes engine runs ...