Engine Redesign Aims to Curb SST Noise
A government SST Noise Committee report says recent engine redesigns and aircraft improvements can meet the 108 decibel limit for large jets. It notes enlarged engines, reduced afterburner use, and refined wing contours as key steps toward quieter takeoffs and landings, while acknowledging higher production costs and ongoing funding debates.
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New York SST ban fight sparks international debate
Stein led a legislative push that split Albany and drew British officials into the row over supersonic transport. He claimed broad public support for limiting SST noise as lawmakers in 13 states weigh similar action. Benn warned Britain’s Concorde jobs hinge on its fate.
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Budget Fight Over Program Sparks Funding Or Cancellation Debate
A government program faces a heated fight in Congress over funding levels with advocates urging growth and critics pressing for abolition. Lawmakers weigh the program’s effectiveness against the cost and potential impacts if funds are cut.
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