The NASA X-59 QueSST, a joint project with Lockheed Martin, successfully completed its maiden flight on October 28, 2025. The primary objective of the X-59 is to address the 'sonic boom' issue that traditional supersonic flight poses on land. The intense shockwaves generated by supersonic flight can cause significant noise and vibrations, leading to restrictions on land-based supersonic flight in many countries. The X-59 aims to mitigate this issue by converting the sonic boom into a more gentle 'thud' sound. The next phase of the project involves increasing the aircraft's speed and altitude, as well as conducting noise and environmental feedback tests in selected communities. If successful, this project could pave the way for the development of next-generation supersonic aircraft capable of taking off and landing on land, thereby reducing global long-haul flight times.