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If successful, this innovation could have profound implications for the future of commercial aviation. The federal ban on supersonic travel over land, which has limited the development and deployment of such aircraft due to noise concerns, could be lifted based on these advancements.
Impact on the Future of Commercial Supersonic Travel
Lifting these regulatory restrictions would open the door for the airline industry to develop and operate more efficient, faster supersonic aircraft. Passengers could enjoy significantly reduced travel times on transcontinental and transoceanic flights, revolutionizing the way we think about speed in commercial air travel.