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NASA and Boeing's X-66A Designation Marks New Era in Sustainable Aviation

The X-66A, produced through NASA's Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project, aims to pave the way for sustainable single-aisle aircraft. Flight testing is expected in 2028, with a focus on reducing fuel consumption and emissions for future commercial airliners.

2023-06-12T16:15:25.276223-07:00

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Boeing Advances Sustainable Aviation with MD-90 Conversion for NASA's X-66A Project

2023-08-17T09:04:28.728906-07:00

The Air Current

Boeing Engineers Shift Focus from X-66A to Max and 777X

2024-06-20T12:14:13.790474-07:00

Seattle Times

Boeing and NASA Collaborate with Major Airlines on X-66A Sustainable Flight Demonstrator

2023-07-25T09:13:55.004419-07:00

Boeing X-66 News Timeline

Aviation Week

Boeing X-37B Advances Reusable Spacecraft With NASA Heat Shield Innovations The Boeing X-37B, building on NASA-developed heat shield technologies, is setting new standards in the realm of reusable space vehicles, signifying a pivotal advancement in space transportation. This marks a significant stride towards sustainable and cost-effective space exploration.

2025-02-21T17:52:09.140968-08:00

Boeing X-37B Advances Reusable Spacecraft With NASA Heat Shield Innovations

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NASA-Boeing X-66: Shaping the Future of Aviation The NASA-Boeing collaboration on the X-66 aircraft project aims to revolutionize the aviation sector by enhancing sustainability and efficiency. This program is pivotal for future technological advancements in the industry, reflecting the ongoing evolution in modern aeronautical engineering.

2025-02-05T20:47:04.108838-08:00

NASA-Boeing X-66: Shaping the Future of Aviation

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NASA Completes First Max Afterburner Run of X-59 NASA successfully executed the first maximum afterburner engine run test for its X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft on December 12. The test was conducted at Lockheed Martin facilities, marking a pivotal development in the project's supersonic technology demonstrations.

2024-12-20T08:44:34.857435-08:00

NASA Completes First Max Afterburner Run of X-59

Aviation Week

NASA Awards Contracts to Advance Net-Zero Airliner Development NASA has granted study contracts aimed at reinvigorating efforts towards net-zero airliners. These initiatives are part of the agency's commitment to sustainable aviation, leveraging technologies for future airliner designs that meet sustainable aviation fuel and emission goals.

2024-11-20T15:17:14.622878-08:00

NASA Awards Contracts to Advance Net-Zero Airliner Development

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NASA Initiates X-59 Engine Tests for 2025 Flight Goal NASA has commenced engine-run tests on the X-59 supersonic demonstrator aimed at reducing sonic booms. Testing began on October 30 at Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works facility. The X-59 is a pivotal component of NASA’s Quesst mission, focusing on supersonic flight technology advancements.

2024-11-06T09:28:08.676327-08:00

NASA Initiates X-59 Engine Tests for 2025 Flight Goal

The Aviationist

Skunk Works' X-56A to Achieve Digital Certification Milestone The X-56A drone is set to become the world's first digitally certified aircraft, with modifications to landing gear systems and cameras demonstrating the capabilities of a digital model. This achievement marks a significant advancement in aircraft design and certification processes.

2024-08-30T09:41:05.018618-07:00

Skunk Works' X-56A to Achieve Digital Certification Milestone

Aviation Week

Safran to Equip Boeing X-66 with Electrical Power System Safran Electrical & Power will supply the electrical power generation system for Boeing's X-66 flight demonstrator, a key element of NASA's Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project.

2024-07-23T04:22:39.084480-07:00

Safran to Equip Boeing X-66 with Electrical Power System

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Boeing Engineers Shift Focus from X-66A to Max and 777X Boeing is reallocating its engineering resources from the X-66A project to ensure timely progress on its Max and 777X programs, potentially delaying the development of an all-new aircraft.

2024-06-20T12:14:13.790474-07:00

Boeing Engineers Shift Focus from X-66A to Max and 777X

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