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09/16/2023
Western Museum of Flight

Western Museum of Flight’s Lockheed Martin/NASA X-59 Quest Mission – Boom Proof – Quiet Supersonic

Address: Western Museum of Flight - 3315 Airport Drive Torrance, CA 90505
Website: https://www.wmof.com/

On Saturday, September 16th, the Western Museum of Flight is hosting a Celebrity Lecture Series – Lockheed Martin/NASA X-59 Quest Mission – Boom Proof – Quiet Supersonic

The quest for supersonic transportation over populated areas without the disruptive and destructive sonic boom is being explored with the help of this unique research aircraft.  Join the Western Museum of Flight to hear the aircraft’s test pilots, Nils Larson and James Less, describe the airplane, its goals, and the plan for its future achievements.

Guest Speakers: David Nils Larson, NASA X-59, Project Test Pilot & James L. Less, NASA X-59, Research Test Pilot

When:  Saturday, September 16th, 2023

Where:  Western Museum of Flight – Zamperini Field – 3315 Airport Dr., Torrance, CA  90505

Time:  11:00 AM

Cost: Museum Members – Free

Non-Members – $10

Parking: Free – available in Museum Lot

Info:  310.326.9544 or www.wmof.com

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