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X-59: NASA jet hits silent supersonic milestone with first full afterburner test
The afterburner is an essential component of the X-59’s F414-GE-100 engine to enable the aircraft to achieve supersonic ...
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X-59: NASA jet hits silent supersonic milestone with first full afterburner test
Conducted on December 12 at NASA's Skunk Works facility in Palmdale, California, this test is a major milestone for the project as it ramps for full flight testing. The afterburner is an essential ...