A coalition of US airlines has announced that it will join NASA and Boeing’s X-plane project. The project is developing a new type of aircraft that could revolutionize air travel. The coalition includes Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines. The airlines will provide technical expertise and financial support to the project.
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The X-plane is designed to be more fuel-efficient, quieter, and have a longer range than current aircraft. It is also expected to be more comfortable for passengers. The project is still in the early stages, but the airlines are optimistic that it could lead to a new generation of aircraft that will make air travel more sustainable and efficient.
The X-plane is a flying testbed that will be used to explore new technologies for future aircraft. It is designed to be highly adaptable so that it can be used to test a wide range of technologies. The project is being led by NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. Boeing is the prime contractor for the project. The X-plane is expected to make its first flight in 2026. The project is funded by NASA and the participating airlines.
The involvement of the airlines is a major step forward for the project. The airlines’ expertise and financial support will be essential to the success of the project. The X-plane has the potential to revolutionize air travel. It could make air travel more sustainable and efficient, and it could also make air travel more comfortable for passengers. The project is still in the early stages, but the airlines are optimistic that it could lead to a new generation of aircraft that will change the way we travel.