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Hypersonics·Wind Tunnel in the Sky

US Firm Unveils Mach 2+ Test Platform

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via Interestingengineering

Starfighters Space has announced the next phase of its 'Wind Tunnel in the Sky' program, unveiling a Mach 2+ airborne test platform for hypersonic vehicle development. This platform is designed to support the development of hypersonic vehicles. The test platform will enable the testing of hypersonic vehicles in a real-world environment.

Why it matters

The development of hypersonic vehicles is a key area of research for the US military, with potential applications in missile defense and other areas. This test platform will play a crucial role in the development and testing of these vehicles.

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