China Reveals Supersonic Jet Concept to Compete with NASA's X-59
China has unveiled a new concept for a quiet supersonic passenger jet, positioning it as a competitor to NASA's X-59 QueSST experimental aircraft. The design, presented by the China Aerodynamics Research and Development Center, aims to mitigate the sonic boom that has historically prevented overland supersonic flight. Featuring a V-tail and canard forewings, the proposed aircraft is reportedly designed to reach speeds of up to Mach 2. This development highlights China's growing ambitions in advanced aerospace technology. It signals a new entry into the international race to revive supersonic commercial travel.
Official Source: https://gizmodo.com/chinas-answer-to-nasas-quiet-supersonic-jet-could-reach-mach-2-2000815385
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