Quiet Supersonic Technology (QST)

Quiet Supersonic Technology (QST) refers to advanced innovations designed to enable commercial supersonic aircraft to fly faster than sound while significantly reducing the associated noise, particularly the sonic boom. By refining aerodynamics, engine design, and materials, QST aims to minimize the loud noise that traditionally occurs when breaking the sound barrier, making high-speed flight more acceptable in populated areas. This technology seeks to combine the speed benefits of supersonic travel with quieter operations, potentially transforming air travel by reducing flight times without the disturbance caused by sonic booms.