Geeky Gadgets iconGeeky GadgetsSep 29, 2026

Lockheed Martin X-59 Could Enable Overland Supersonic Flight

Unlike earlier supersonic planes, it produces a quieter "sonic thump," roughly equivalent to the sound of a door closing at 75 decibels.

Lockheed Martin X-59 Could Enable Overland Supersonic Flight

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Unlike earlier supersonic planes, it produces a quieter "sonic thump," roughly equivalent to the sound of a door closing at 75 decibels.

Works, designed to address the long-standing issue of sonic booms.

This is achieved through specific design elements, such […]

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Unlike earlier supersonic planes, it produces a quieter "sonic thump," roughly equivalent to the sound of a door closing at 75 decibels. Works, designed to address the long-standing issue of sonic booms. This is achieved through specific design elements, such […]

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  • Works, designed to address the long-standing issue of sonic booms.

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This is achieved through specific design elements, such […]

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