What Happened
US Regulator Moves to Enable Supersonic Innovation Amid Global Competition
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new framework for supersonic overland flight, aiming to enable innovation in the sector. The proposal replaces the existing speed-based approach with an interim noise-based certification standard, allowing manufacturers to develop supersonic aircraft that meet specific noise-related requirements. The move is part of a broader effort to support the development of supersonic and hypersonic technologies, with Congress considering the Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act to remove regulatory barriers. The FAA’s proposal was reported by Greenberg Traurig, LLP.