The X-59 is designed to travel faster than the speed of sound without creating a loud sonic boom. The ultimate goal is to prove that quiet supersonic flight is a viable option for commercial airlines.
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Why don't planes fly faster?
One would think that with all the advances in aircraft manufacture and technology, that aircraft would now be faster than ever before. However, perhaps surprisingly, the speed of commercial aircraft ...
Many other factors can also affect journey length.
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