Pentagon’s hypersonic milestone: Stratolaunch reusable vehicle breaks Mach 5

Published on May 5, 2025

Launched from Roc, Stratolaunch’s massive carrier aircraft boasting a record-breaking 385-foot wingspan, the Talon-A2 drone was released over the Pacific Ocean.

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