The President of the United States has signed an executive order aimed at advancing supersonic aviation. This directive instructs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to lift the decades-old ban on civil supersonic flights over land, which has been in effect since 1973. The original ban was imposed due to concerns over the impact of sonic booms on the ground. However, with significant technological advancements, the issue of sonic boom noise has been substantially addressed, paving the way for companies to reinvigorate their passenger aircraft projects in this field.

The executive order mandates that the FAA establish noise certification standards for supersonic aircraft and engage actively in global rule-making efforts. Despite these positive developments, supersonic civil aviation still faces several hurdles, including optimizing fuel efficiency and ensuring air safety.