hypersonic

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Analysts project GE Aerospace’s defense engine deliveries to exceed 1,000 units by 2028, driven by hypersonic propulsion and autonomous aircraft.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Officials point to the announcement by Germany and the U.K. last month of a joint project to develop stealthy cruise missiles and hypersonic weapons as an example of the new initiative.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

There may be "exquisite unique hypersonic capabilities or other bespoke systems that could be used against specific targets," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The company’s goal is to eventually develop a hypersonic plane reaching Mach 5, or five times the speed of sound, and Southern California has the engineering talent base to help achieve that, executives said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The most visionary of the brain busters pined for the day when a pilot could take one of their creations for a hypersonic joy ride: Mach 5 or faster.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly