Quiz: What is the Future of Supersonic Flights?
Quiz: What is the Future of Supersonic Flights?
In March 2020, the United States Federal Aviation Administration announced a release of proposed standards for noise certifications that apply to new supersonic aircraft. A supersonic transport is a civil aircraft designed to transport passengers at speeds greater than the speed of sound. Since 2003, there have been no supersonic civilian aircraft in service. However, advancements in aircraft technology may make supersonic air transport viable again. Take this quiz to test your knowledge on supersonic flights and their future.
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