Double digits! Air-launched 'Talon A' hypersonic vehicle notches big flight milestone

Stratolaunch announced today it has successfully completed over ten flights utilizing its Talon-A hypersonic vehicle. The Talon-A is designed as a fully autonomous aircraft capable of being launched from the Stratolaunch carrier airplane. These tests demonstrate the vehicle’s ability to reach speeds exceeding five times the speed of sound. Each flight represents a significant step forward in developing this advanced technology. This milestone underscores Stratolaunch's commitment to advancing hypersonic research and development capabilities.