The Next Generation of Supersonic Jets Will Blow Your Mind!

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@stronzer59 Ай бұрын

so from where is all that extra power coming from???

@SkyGeeksUK Ай бұрын

Supersonic aircraft like Boom Supersonic’s Overture achieve the power necessary for supersonic flight through advanced jet engine technology, optimized aerodynamics, and lightweight materials. I will produce a short / video on the detail

@stronzer59 Ай бұрын

@SkyGeeksUK so in 1960 the SR71 managed Mach 3 and in 2024 the fastest plane still is Mach 3, why is that??

@SkyGeeksUK Ай бұрын

Great question! There are several reasons why commercial aircraft speeds haven't significantly increased since the 1960s: 1. **Fuel Efficiency**: Modern aircraft prioritize fuel efficiency over speed . High-bypass turbofan engines, which are more fuel-efficient, perform best at lower speed. Flying faster would consume much more fuel, making it economically unfeasible. 2. **Environmental Concerns**: With a growing focus on sustainability, burning more fuel for higher speeds isn't aligned with environmental goals. Slower speeds reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions. 3. **Economic Factors**: The cost of aviation fuel has risen significantly since the 1960s. Slower speeds help airlines save on fuel costs, which is crucial for their profitability. 4. **Noise Regulations**: Supersonic flights generate sonic booms, which are disruptive and have led to restrictions on supersonic travel over land. This limits the practicality of faster commercial aircraft 5. **Demand**: There hasn't been a strong demand for faster air travel. The Concorde, which could fly at Mach 2, was retired due to high operational costs and limited market demand These factors combined have led to a focus on efficiency and sustainability rather than speed in modern aircraft Does this help clarify things?

@stronzer59 Ай бұрын

@SkyGeeksUK many thanks for your in depth reply say what limits planes flying at 100,000 feet where air resistance is much less? less resistance must equal better economy correct?

@SkyGeeksUK Ай бұрын

While flying at 100,000 feet might offer some theoretical efficiency gains, current aircraft are not designed for such extreme altitudes due to aerodynamic, engineering, and economic constraints. For now, the “sweet spot” remains in the 30,000-45,000-foot range for most commercial aviation.