Tag: flight testing
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NASA Revives SR-71 Expertise with Cutting-Edge Tech
Imagine an aircraft so advanced, it seemed like alien technology 60 years ago - and now, NASA is reviving its expertise with the legendary SR-71 Blackbird, blending vintage innovation with cutting-edge tech. By bringing this iconic spy plane back to life, NASA may uncover even greater benefits in engineering and flight testing.
NASA Revives Blackbird Legacy for High-Speed Flight Tests
Imagine being able to launch a 5-tonne vehicle at an incredible Mach 3 - a feat only achieved by the legendary Blackbird, and one that's got NASA eager to revive its high-speed legacy. This half-century-old capability is still turning heads, and for good reason.
Air Force Resumes B-52 Radar Testing After Deadly Crash
The Air Force is reevaluating its testing schedule for the B-52 radar modernization program after a devastating crash on June 15 killed an eight-person crew, and plans to resume testing using another Stratofortress. The program's goal is to keep the 75 aging bombers flying until at least the 2050s.