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    Apr 15
    Wheels up for NASA’s X-59. ✈️ In its first wheels-up flight, the aircraft revealed its sleek, streamlined design—key to reducing sonic booms to a quiet thump. See how this milestone moves us closer to quiet supersonic flight over land: go.nasa.gov/41B3YV6
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    Aug 27
    What happens after the X-59 goes supersonic? ✈️ NASA’s X-59 reached a major milestone on June 5, 2026, completing its first supersonic flight! Hear what’s next for the quiet supersonic aircraft in the latest episode of the Small Steps, Giant Leaps podcast. 🎧🔗
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    Aug 25
    A perfect #FlightSpark to close out National Aviation Week! ✈️✨ From dreaming in the cockpit as a child to leading flight operations at @NASAArmstrong, Shawn Kern’s aviation journey is what #FlightSpark is all about. 💙
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    Aug 25
    "Every great journey starts with a single moment of wonder. As a child, I was too small to reach the controls, but still big enough to dream." — Shawn Kern, Director for Flight Operations (Acting) ✨ What sparked your love of aviation? Share your #FlightSpark! Post a photo that
    A young boy sits in the cockpit of a gray aircraft. Credit: Shawn Kern
    Pilot, Shawn Kern, stands in front of a NASA F-18 in a tan flight suit. Credit: NASA
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    Aug 24
    🎓 Student Spotlight: Dr. Max Li How can hands-on research help shape the next generation of aviation leaders? ✈️ Through NASA's University Leadership Initiative (ULI), Dr. Max Li began his research journey as an MIT Ph.D. student contributing to a Stanford-led ULI project.
    Dr. Max Li smiles at the camera while seated outdoors, surrounded by greenery and decorative tile.
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    Aug 20
    💡 Transforming the future of aviation starts with bold ideas. NASA has selected four university teams to advance aviation research through projects ranging from high-supersonic propulsion systems ✈️ to low-noise routes for small aircraft flying through cities. 🚁 Learn more
    NASA Selects University Teams to Help Advance Aviation Research
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