"Stratolaunch's Talon-A2 rocket plane flew autonomously at hypersonic speeds, marking a significant advancement in US aerospace capabilities amid global competition for hypersonic technology."
"The Talon-A is crucial to advancing hypersonic flight, allowing for autonomous functionality that enables greater maneuverability beyond human limitations."
Stratolaunch completed two successful flights of its Talon-A2 rocket plane, achieving speeds exceeding Mach 5. This marks a significant development in the US's efforts for hypersonic dominance, especially in competition with China. The autonomous plane took off from a carrier aircraft and successfully landed at Vandenberg Space Force Base. This groundbreaking achievement revives the legacy of the X-15 by enabling reusable hypersonic flight without a pilot onboard, enhancing maneuverability that exceeds human capacity and paving the way for future advancements in aerospace technology.
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