The X-59 is designed to travel faster than the speed of sound without creating a loud sonic boom. The ultimate goal is to prove that quiet supersonic flight is a viable option for commercial airlines.

One would think that with all the advances in aircraft manufacture and technology, that aircraft would now be faster than ever before. However, perhaps surprisingly, the speed of commercial aircraft ...

The Airbus A220 may be one of the newest small jets in commercial aviation, and when it comes to performance, especially speed, it doesn't disappoint. Designed with modern efficiency and flexibility ...

Many other factors can also affect journey length.