Supersonic and Hypersonic Aircraft Testing Corridor: California to Utah
This Act requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to designate an overland testing corridor for military and civil supersonic and hypersonic aircraft, running from Edwards Air Force Base, California, to testing ranges in Utah. This designation allows for testing at speeds exceeding the speed of sound in this area, potentially involving measurable sonic boom overpressure outside the designated corridor. Civil testing is permitted only if it does not interfere with military operations and must occur only from sunrise to sunset, without commercial passengers or cargo.
Key points
Designation of a permanent testing corridor: A special air corridor will be established for testing supersonic and hypersonic aircraft, connecting Edwards Air Force Base (California) with testing ranges in Utah.
Permitting sonic boom: The FAA may allow a measurable amount of sonic boom overpressure outside the corridor if it does not significantly affect the quality of the human environment.
Streamlined environmental requirements: For civil testing, the FAA may waive additional noise impact analysis if approved software data shows no additional noise impact.
Testing restrictions: Testing must occur only during daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) and cannot include commercial passengers or cargo.
Status:
Expired
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