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Leading the World in Supersonic Flight
AI Summary:
This is a policy document, specifically an Executive Order (EO 14304) focused on supersonic flight regulations.
This regulation aims to remove regulatory barriers preventing supersonic flight over land in the United States by directing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to update existing regulations. The order requires the FAA to repeal current prohibitions on overland supersonic flight within 180 days, issue a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) within 18 months to establish new noise certification standards for supersonic aircraft, and create a process for periodic review of these standards. Additionally, the order instructs the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to coordinate research and development efforts across multiple federal agencies to support supersonic aviation technology, identify research needs, and support testing. The order also calls for international engagement through the International Civil Aviation Organization to seek global alignment on supersonic flight regulations and pursue bilateral aviation safety agreements. The document emphasizes updating outdated regulations to support American innovation in aerospace technology and re-establish U.S. leadership in high-speed aviation.
Date:
06/11/2025