NASA Expands Supersonic Flight Research with F-15 Aircraft Acquisition

NASA has acquired two F-15 fighter jets to support its supersonic flight research program. The aircraft were previously retired from service by the US Air Force and are now being transferred to NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base, California. This move marks a significant expansion of NASA’s research capabilities in this area. According to AeroTime, researchers will be able to modify and customize the F-15s for specific missions, enhancing their effectiveness in advancing supersonic flight technology. The X-59 program is also underway, with the goal of reducing sonic boom issues and paving the way for commercial supersonic services.