US Could Lift Supersonic Flight Ban After 52 Years

A bipartisan bill aims to lift the decades-long ban on supersonic flight over the continental US, contingent on eliminating ground-level sonic booms. Backed by figures like Elon Musk and with technological advancements from NASA, the bill seeks to allow a new generation of quieter supersonic jets. The legislation highlights a renewed competition with China, which is actively pursuing its own supersonic aviation goals. The history of sonic boom testing and the resulting ban are also explored, leading to renewed hope for faster air travel and American leadership in aviation.