On the recordMay 15, 2023
What we are going to do is a multi-year test, taking it to different locations all over the United States, and see if the muffled roar is acceptable to the people on the ground.
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congress.govWhat we are going to do is a multi-year test, taking it to different locations all over the United States, and see if the muffled roar is acceptable to the people on the ground.
Nelson outlines the testing plan for the X-59 to gauge public acceptance.
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