This achievement may indicate Hermeus' potential to disrupt the supersonic aircraft market, which could lead to new opportunities for private investment in high-speed flight technology. The success suggests a growing trend towards privately funded innovation in the aerospace industry.
Private US Company Reaches Mach 1.21 In Industry First
Hermeus, a high-speed aircraft maker, has successfully flown its Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 demonstrator aircraft above supersonic speed, reaching a top speed of Mach 1.21. This milestone marks the first time a privately funded, uncrewed aircraft in the US has achieved supersonic speed. The aircraft is powered by a Pratt & Whitney F100 engine. The achievement was reported by Aviation Week.
This achievement may indicate Hermeus' potential to disrupt the supersonic aircraft market, which could lead to new opportunities for private investment in high-speed flight technology. The success suggests a growing trend towards privately funded innovation in the aerospace industry.
Private US Company Reaches Mach 1.21 In Industry First
Hermeus, a high-speed aircraft maker, has successfully flown its Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 demonstrator aircraft above supersonic speed, reaching a top speed of Mach 1.21. This milestone marks the first time a privately funded, uncrewed aircraft in the US has achieved supersonic speed. The aircraft is powered by a Pratt & Whitney F100 engine. The achievement was reported by Aviation Week.