Stratolaunch Steps Up Next-Gen Hypersonic Talon Study With NASA

Stratolaunch Steps Up Next-Gen Hypersonic Talon Study With NASA | Aviation Week

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Guy Norris
September 14, 2026

Credit: Stratolaunch

Hypersonic test specialist Stratolaunch has begun a six-month study with NASA into the development of a next-generation, air-breathing version of its Mach 5 Talon-A test vehicle capable of higher speeds and longer flight durations. The study marks the second phase of the NASA Armstrong Flight…

Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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