1964: SUPERSONIC TRANSPORT (SST)

The video discusses a new airplane designed to travel at three times the current commercial speed, carrying 250 passengers at altitudes of 60,000 to 70,000 feet. It highlights development challenges such as high skin temperatures requiring titanium and propulsion systems needing efficiency at high speeds. The SST is expected to revolutionize air travel within a decade, offering near-space experiences.

What is the expected speed range of the new airplane compared to current commercial airlines?

• 600 to 800 miles an hour

• 1800 to 2000 miles an hour

• 1000 to 1200 miles an hour

• 2000 to 2200 miles an hour

What material is required for the aircraft's skin due to high temperatures?

• Aluminum

• Carbon Fiber

• Steel

• Titanium

Why is titanium used in the construction of the new airplane?

• It can withstand higher temperatures

• It is lighter than aluminum

• It is easier to manufacture

• It is more cost-effective

What is a major challenge in developing the propulsion system for the new aircraft?

• Improving fuel efficiency

• Increasing passenger capacity

• Handling higher air temperatures

• Reducing noise levels

What unique experience will passengers have when flying from Paris to New York on the SST?

• Seeing the sky grow dark

• Experiencing zero gravity

• Crossing the Atlantic in under an hour

• Flying at lower altitudes