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NASA test pilot Mike Lippert makes his first X-59 flight

Mike Lippert’s first X-59 flight took place on October 21, 2026, and the NASA test pilot was photographed beforehand. NASA’s quiet supersonic research aircraft has flown repeatedly following its debut in November 2025, with the first supersonic flight occurring on June 5, 2026.

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NASA test pilot Mike Lippert makes his first X-59 flight
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What to know

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    Mike Lippert flew NASA’s X-59 for the first time on October 21, 2026.

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    X-59’s maiden flight was in November 2025; its supersonic debut followed on June 5, 2026.

Why it matters

X-59’s maiden flight and supersonic debut provide a timeline for understanding Mike Lippert’s first flight in the aircraft.

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