Authorization for Supersonic Flight Testing
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The law permits Hermeus Corporation to conduct supersonic flight tests for their experimental aircraft at high altitudes in New Mexico. This decision reflects an approval by the FAA to exceed speed limits specifically for aircraft testing, under certain conditions.
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Key Changes
- Authorization for supersonic flight tests by Hermeus Corporation.
- Special flight authorization to exceed Mach 1 granted.
- Environmental review based on the Department of the Army's EIS.
Obligations
What this law requires
Hermeus Corporation must conduct supersonic flight tests only at or above 30,000 feet Mean Sea Level
Hermeus Corporation must limit supersonic test flights to a maximum of seven flights by December 31, 2026
Hermeus Corporation must conduct supersonic flight tests only within Restricted Areas R-5111 A & B and R-5107 B located at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico
Hermeus Corporation must operate only the Quarterhorse Mark 2.1 (Mk 2.1) Unmanned Aircraft System under this special flight authorization to exceed Mach 1
Hermeus Corporation must comply with all conditions and limitations stated in the special flight authorization granted on April 9, 2026