Event Brief
FAA proposal would allow quiet supersonic flights over cities
Filed: Jul 03, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
Summary: The FAA proposes rules allowing supersonic airliners to fly over US cities if they meet noise requirements.
WHO: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
WHAT: Proposed rules for supersonic airliners to fly over US cities if they are quiet enough
WHEN: Jul 02, 2026 at 1:29 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To permit supersonic airliners to fly over US cities while limiting noise to acceptable levels
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