Watch the rollout of NASA's newly painted X-59 Quesst supersonic aircraft live from Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works facility in Palmdale, California.
Quesst is NASA's mission to demonstrate how the X-59 can fly supersonic without generating loud sonic booms, and then survey what people hear when it flies overhead. Reaction to the quieter sonic "thumps" will be shared with regulators who will then consider writing new sound-based rules to lift the ban on faster-than-sound flight over land.
More on this NASA Aeronautics mission: https://www.nasa.gov/mission/quesst/
Credit: NASA
Quesst is NASA's mission to demonstrate how the X-59 can fly supersonic without generating loud sonic booms, and then survey what people hear when it flies overhead. Reaction to the quieter sonic "thumps" will be shared with regulators who will then consider writing new sound-based rules to lift the ban on faster-than-sound flight over land.
More on this NASA Aeronautics mission: https://www.nasa.gov/mission/quesst/
Credit: NASA
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00:17 Everyone joining us here today and via live stream,
00:25 welcome to Palmdale, home of the legendary Lockheed Martin Skunk Works.
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00:35 I'm Eric Fox with Lockheed Martin Aeronautics and I'm proud to be your MC as we unveil the
00:40 newest experimental aircraft we have been developing for NASA. We're pleased to have
00:45 with us today distinguished guest, Pam Melroy, NASA Deputy Administrator.
00:50 [Applause]
00:54 Jim Free, NASA Associate Administrator.
00:57 [Applause]
01:00 Don't be afraid to stand up and do a little queen wave, it's okay.
01:03 We're all, we're all pulling for us.
01:04 Dede Myers, representing Governor Gavin Newsom.
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01:12 Palmdale Mayor Austin Bishop.
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01:18 State Assemblyman Tom Lackey.
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01:24 And representing State Senator Scott Wilk, Jack Danielson.
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01:31 And finally, Greg Ulmer, Executive Vice President Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.
01:35 [Applause]
01:40 And many other government, Lockheed and NASA guests.
01:43 For 80 years, the Skunk Works team has innovated to develop state-of-the-art
01:49 capabilities and aircraft. It is an honor to be with, be here with you today to witness
01:54 a new chapter of this history as we celebrate the rollout of the X-59, a truly unique and
02:01 revolutionary aircraft, which is just behind this curtain. I know you all want to see it
02:08 and will get to see it, but there are a few people who are eager to meet you first.
02:12 At this time, I'd like to welcome our host, Vice President and General Manager of
02:18 Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, John Clark.
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02:25 Thank you. So, good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the rollout
02:30 ceremony for the X-59, a one-of-a-kind supersonic X-plane designed and built right
02:36 here in Palmdale, California. It's rare that we have the opportunity to host this
02:40 many visitors at the Skunk Works, and it's even more rare that we're able to publicly
02:46 unveil one of our aircraft. Today, we are witnessing history as we roll out the X-59,
02:51 a unique experimental aircraft designed to quiet the supersonic boom.
02:56 I want to emphasize the significance of this project and the genuine passion that
03:01 drives our team at Skunk Works. Skunk Works has been a home of mine for nearly the
03:05 entirety of my career. I consider myself extremely fortunate to work in an environment
03:11 that fosters innovation and relentlessly pushes the boundaries of aerospace technology.
03:16 The X-59 has the potential to shape the supersonic travel over land, cutting flight
03:21 times in half of what they are today. But the X-59 is not just about cutting-edge
03:26 advancements. It represents the best of our collective team and our unwavering
03:31 commitment to make a positive difference in the world. I'm truly honored to be a part
03:35 of this incredible journey, surrounded by the best and the brightest of our industry.
03:39 We're thrilled to take on this challenge alongside our suppliers and NASA, who has
03:44 been a great partner along the way, whose quiet supersonic mission has the potential
03:48 to transform commercial travel for the future. Across both teams, talented, dedicated, and
03:54 passionate scientists, engineers, and production artisans have collaborated to develop and
03:59 produce this aircraft. This project is just one of an example of the broader ingenuity
04:04 of our team as we continually strive to push the envelope of what's possible.
04:08 I'm thrilled that you're all here today as we unveil the X-59 and celebrate this
04:13 very significant program milestone. Thank you.
04:16 An aircraft like this does not come together overnight. It takes years of collaboration
04:28 with a dedicated team, a team willing to overcome unprecedented challenges, and challenges
04:34 that require leadership with vision. It is my pleasure to introduce Executive Vice
04:39 President of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, Greg Ulmer.
04:42 Thanks, Eric. Deputy Administrator Melroy, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,
04:52 and everyone with us today via live stream around the world, thank you for joining us.
04:58 It's a pleasure to be here today at our renowned Lockheed Martin's Concourse facility
05:03 to celebrate the X-59, an experimental technology demonstrator that has the potential
05:09 to completely revolutionize aviation. Put simply, today we are all witnessing a
05:15 defining moment in aviation history. And the Skunk Works mantra of quick, quiet,
05:22 and quality takes on a whole new meaning as we usher in the hopes of a new era of quiet
05:30 supersonic travel made possible through our collaboration with NASA.
05:36 Lockheed Martin and NASA have partnered since the agency's founding in 1958, pushing the
05:41 boundaries of scientific technical limits to explore the unknown and advance both civil
05:47 aviation priorities as well as those in support of our national defense.
05:50 Together, we've collaborated to support all 22 NASA missions to Mars.
05:56 We've developed X-planes together, and we've accomplished many aviation firsts together.
06:03 And we've developed that, those developments have had widespread impact for both our nation
06:09 and the world at large. And today we celebrate another breakthrough
06:14 as we roll out the X-59, an X-plane that will shape the next era of supersonic flight.
06:21 Over the last decade, our teams at both NASA and Lockheed Martin, as well as with our suppliers,
06:29 have been working diligently to mature the technology necessary to get to this moment in time.
06:34 I am continuously impressed by the team in the innovation design and advanced digital
06:40 engineering techniques that went into the development of the X-59.
06:44 The team used advanced manufacturing techniques such as augmented reality, robotic drilling,
06:53 and 3D modeling work instructions to help condense aircraft assembly times.
06:58 We all know that designing and producing a one-of-a-kind aircraft is never an easy feat,
07:04 and the X-59 is certainly no exception. The entire X-59 team leaned into the expertise
07:11 of both legendary organizations, NASA and Lockheed Martin, to ensure success for this program.
07:18 And I am extremely proud and humbled of the entire team to make this historic moment possible.
07:25 With the first flight on the horizon, I know there is much more work to do,
07:29 but I hope everyone in this room, everyone who put all their elements together to be a part of
07:36 the success of the X-59, that we pause and take a moment to reflect on all the work that has been
07:42 accomplished in this important milestone as we're here today to celebrate. This is a moment future
07:49 generations will look back upon with both awe and admiration. On behalf of the Lockheed Martin
07:55 Aeronautics team, we are extremely proud to support NASA in making flight quieter in the
08:02 Quest mission. Congratulations to our NASA teammates, to Lockheed Martin, our talented
08:09 and dedicated suppliers, for your commitment to delivering the X-plane that will truly revolutionize
08:16 supersonic flight and proving once again that with a mighty, joint, committed team,
08:22 anything and everything is possible. Thank you.
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11:22 It's absolutely inspiring to see how the X-59 team worked together and how much it means to each
11:28 person who worked on this airplane. Please join me in welcoming NASA's Associate Administrator for
11:34 the Aeronautics Research Mission, Directorate Bob Pierce.
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11:42 Thank you. It's great to see everybody today, this afternoon, as we celebrate this really momentous
11:47 occasion. And I admit it's a challenge to take our focus off what we're about to see, the X-59,
11:54 the centerpiece of our quest mission to explore quiet supersonic flight over land. But just for
12:00 the next few minutes, allow me to expand your focus to a journey of scientific and technical
12:04 discovery that got us to where we are today. This journey actually began in 1947, when the era of
12:10 supersonic flight started right here in the California high desert with test pilot Chuck
12:14 Yeager and the X-1. It soon became apparent that the sonic boom, a sharp thunderous sound heard
12:20 when an aircraft flies overhead at supersonic speed, was going to be a problem. When the Concorde
12:25 started to fly in the 1960s, ushering in supersonic passenger flight, concerns about the boom remained.
12:31 And in 1973, commercial supersonic flight over land was banned by enforcing a speed limit.
12:37 But we continued to study the science of supersonic sound, gaining key knowledge
12:42 about how sonic booms affect people and how to reduce their volume. The new century brought a
12:47 boom breakthrough. Innovative ideas, advanced simulation, ground and flight testing showed us
12:52 it was possible to design an aircraft that would produce a soft thump instead of a sonic boom.
12:59 Is the thump quiet enough to allow supersonic flight over land? Our laboratory studies would
13:05 say yes, but the real answer can only be found by engaging the people who would hear it during
13:09 daily life. And that's the job of the X-59. After a test phase, the quest mission will fly
13:15 the X-59 over U.S. communities, collect data from the people below, determine if that sonic
13:20 bump is acceptable, and then turn the data over to U.S. and international regulatory authorities
13:26 in hopes to then lift that ban. But look, to be acceptable, supersonic flight must also be
13:32 sustainable. Takeoff and landing airport noise shouldn't be louder than regular subsonic aircraft.
13:37 High altitude emissions should have minimal or no long-term impact at the higher supersonic
13:42 cruise altitudes. Efficiencies while in cruise mode must be significantly increased,
13:48 and sustainable aviation fuels will reduce emissions further. At NASA, we're pursuing
13:53 the key knowledge required for sustainable air travel at any speed. In closing, what we're about
13:59 to see represents a nearly 100-foot-long step forward in the journey of discovery that began
14:05 decades ago, a step toward opening the door to sustainable commercial supersonic flight over land.
14:11 And while I have a few seconds, I just wanted to thank the NASA and Lockheed teams. I've had the
14:17 pleasure and the privilege of watching them work, of visiting them, with talking with them, and
14:24 working with them. And that video you saw, the dedication you see, the excitement you see, the
14:29 passion you see, the expertise, that's what this is all about. It's about the people behind the
14:35 mission. That's what this is about. And I can't, couldn't be prouder, and I, our two project
14:40 managers sitting side by side, NASA and Lockheed, Kathy Baum and Dave Richardson, they work so
14:45 closely together, they make this happen, and their teams, and the teams that surround this are just,
14:49 I can't thank you enough. So with that, thank you all for being here today.
14:53 All right, we're getting closer. Who all is excited to see an X-59?
15:07 Yeah, I'm gonna give you a, I'll give you a B-minus on that. Y'all are 150 people in the world
15:13 that are here live. How many people are excited to see the X-59?
15:17 That's what I'm talking about. I now have the honor of inviting to the stage NASA's
15:24 Deputy Administrator, Pam Melroy. Thank you so much, Eric. It is just awesome,
15:34 ladies and gentlemen, and our distinguished guests to be here in the vibrant beating heart
15:40 of what I consider the flight research and flight test capital of the world. Here in the Antelope
15:48 Valley, I spent my time as an Air Force test pilot at Edwards, and it was like going to an air show
15:54 every day. Absolutely amazing. What better place could we be for this magic moment? I also want
16:02 to welcome the aviation enthusiasts, not just those of us in the room, but literally thousands
16:07 around the world who are joining us remotely from over 20 countries and over six continents.
16:13 So you are also very welcome, and we're very happy to have you with us.
16:17 Today marks a historic milestone for us as we unveil the X-59. This is really another jewel
16:26 in the crown, not just of Aerospace Valley, but also a very rich history of NASA Aeronautics.
16:34 The first A in NASA stands for aeronautics, and we're all about groundbreaking aerospace
16:41 innovation. The X-59 proudly continues this legacy, representing the forefront of technology
16:48 driving aviation forward. The X-59 transcends its role, as all X-planes do, as a simple aircraft.
16:56 An X-plane is a symbol of our collective ambition to redefine the future, and in this case,
17:04 it's the future of supersonic travel. As we unveil this technological marvel, it's really
17:10 important to understand the profound impact the X-59 holds for the aviation industry.
17:16 Designed as a jet capable of breaking the sound barrier, the X-59, of course, distinguishes itself,
17:22 as you have heard, with its revolutionary quiet supersonic technology, enabling it to actually
17:28 transition and be used. Today, supersonic flight brings a thunderous sonic boom. Those of us who
17:35 live in the area are familiar with the sound. But what that means is that's restricted across
17:40 populated areas, with good reason. And the X-59 is going to break that barrier.
17:46 Meticulously engineered, it produces a gentle thump, a mere whisper, compared to the disruptive
17:54 booms of the past. So this breakthrough really redefines the feasibility of commercial supersonic
18:01 travel over land. It brings us closer to a future that we can all understand. Cutting flight time
18:09 from New York to Los Angeles in half. As we unveil the X-59, let's celebrate the aircraft. Let's
18:17 celebrate the team. Let's celebrate the spirit of innovation and the human ingenuity that is embodied
18:25 in this aircraft. It symbolizes our collective ability to push boundaries, to overcome challenges,
18:33 to dream as humans beyond the present and shape a future that promises progress for everyone.
18:39 So embark with us on this journey into the future, the future of aviation.
18:44 The X-59 awaits. Ladies and gentlemen, are you ready to see NASA's newest X-plane?
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18:55 Great. Me too. Well, then, let's see it.
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20:28 I'm sorry. You can keep looking at it, but I got a few more things to say. Behold, our stunning X-59.
20:34 What a unique aircraft. And it's just incredible to see the ingenuity that went into it. As a test
20:42 pilot, the first time I looked at the design, I went, "Huh." Really had some questions about that.
20:48 Lots of great time with the scientists and engineers at NASA, Lockheed Martin Skunkworks,
20:53 and all our other industry partners. And I was ready to go. In fact, I'm ready to climb in,
20:59 but I won't do that, Nils, I promise. I think it's really also important to take a moment and talk
21:05 about the challenges of sonic booms accompanying supersonic flight. We talked a little bit about it.
21:12 But this specialized aircraft is tackling it by engineering a specialized aircraft shape.
21:19 What's most obvious right away is the long, distinct nose, which comprise almost a third of
21:25 that 99.7-foot length. So this design is really critical in dispersing shock waves, which today,
21:33 shocks are formed around the aircraft, and then they merge together to give that boom.
21:39 By designing it to disperse those, they never merge together. And that's how they solve this
21:47 problem, which is really incredible. And then to further enhance its quiet supersonic capabilities,
21:53 you can see that cockpit is positioned almost halfway down the length of the aircraft.
21:58 And as has already been brought out, the forward-facing window was getting in the way
22:05 of keeping the aircraft quiet. And so that's why it has no forward-facing window. It was a
22:11 deliberate engineering decision from the X-59 team to make this aircraft quieter.
22:17 But what's really interesting about that is we made that decision to make it quieter,
22:23 but it's actually an important step forward in and of itself in advancing aviation technology
22:30 while prioritizing the comfort of those on the ground. And huge challenge, right? Limited
22:36 visibility in the cockpit? The team developed the external vision system, which is really a marvel
22:42 of high-resolution cameras feeding an ultra-high-resolution monitor. Beyond its immediate
22:49 applications for the X-59, the external vision system has the potential to influence future
22:56 aircraft designs where the absence of that forward-facing window may prove advantageous
23:02 for engineering reasons, as it did for us. So it's creating capabilities we haven't felt
23:07 comfortable about putting in a crewed flight vehicle without first testing it. So this
23:13 groundbreaking technology is really a beacon guiding us towards a future where visibility
23:17 barriers in aircraft design can be overcome with this inventive solution. But the X-59's
23:24 innovation doesn't end there. We also designed special features into the airplane, such as its
23:30 top-mounted engine with a deck under the nozzle, which ensures that the shock waves don't merge
23:36 behind the aircraft and create that disruptive shock below. This isn't just an airplane.
23:43 This is an X-plane. It's a manifestation of a collaborative genius. And as Bob Pierce noted
23:51 earlier, the culmination of decades of scientific exploration around the sonic boom. I'm really
23:58 personally thrilled about this engineering marvel taking flight. And as we embark on this journey,
24:04 let's celebrate the X-59 as a symbol of progress and a herald of quieter supersonic travel,
24:12 which will bring us closer together as humans, faster. Thank you, and please join me in welcoming
24:20 NASA's Associate Administrator Jim Free. [ Applause ]
24:30 Thank you, Pam. Good afternoon. I try and learn every day. And I learned a long time ago,
24:34 don't follow an astronaut. Now I learned, don't follow your boss. And I was, don't follow the
24:38 unveil of a new X-plane. So I'll put -- throw that one away. Thanks so much for allowing us to be
24:43 here. And welcome, certainly, to all the distinguished guests here today and the most
24:48 distinguished guests, the team that worked on the X-59 for both NASA and Lockheed Martin.
24:53 NASA is committed to aeronautics innovation. Our X-plane investments show this commitment
25:00 completely. It's exciting to see an X-plane in person, really is for a space guy. The X-59 is
25:07 joining a long line of NASA experimental aircraft used to validate breakthroughs that change aviation
25:13 forever. Even among other X-planes, the X-59 is special. Every aircraft that receives that
25:20 X-plane designation has a specific purpose to test new technologies or aerodynamic concepts.
25:27 These special planes push the envelope of what's possible in flight. And once they prove those
25:33 concepts, they often go into museums. And that's really what makes the X-59 different.
25:40 Once we evaluate its ability to produce those sonic thumps, its work will just be getting
25:45 started. This plane will spend years traveling around the country to conduct community overflights.
25:51 After its first test flights, the quest mission team will expand by thousands of U.S. residents
25:57 very soon. The people we're relying on to give us honest, unbiased feedback on the X-59's noise
26:04 will be the key to getting the data we need for the mission to be a success.
26:09 Now my favorite part. I want to focus on the dedicated group of people whose innovative work
26:15 has made the X-59 possible. Some of the brightest minds from NASA and Lockheed Martin Skunkworks
26:23 make up this team. Aerospace engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, technicians,
26:31 pilots, support staff, creative types, and so many more people whose hard work brought us to today.
26:39 Thank you for every single moment, every single effort.
26:43 And I'd like to take a moment and ask that all of you give them a round of applause.
26:47 This team is the personification of perseverance. In addition to the challenge of designing,
27:02 building, and integrating a brand new, one-of-a-kind X-plane, which they've met,
27:07 this team overcame these obstacles during a global pandemic to bring us to the cusp of expanding our
27:14 horizons into a new era of flight. This is such an exciting time in aviation. NASA is glad to lead
27:21 this historic mission through Bob Pierce and our Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate.
27:26 Our innovators worked with the skilled team at Skunkworks to complete the build of this X-plane.
27:32 Their work has been critical to the continued success of the mission. Entire careers, we are
27:38 talking decades of people's lives, focused on supersonic research have gotten us here today.
27:45 This team is continuing to build on the legacy of aeronautical research and also advance the
27:52 research with different aircraft shaping like that of the X-59. Across all its aeronautics
27:58 missions, NASA researches and innovates alongside with and in collaboration with our industry
28:04 partners. Those partnerships allow NASA to create new technologies, new aircraft, new airspace
28:11 designs, and operations. And they will help us develop community integration solutions that will
28:17 make aviation more sustainable and integrated into our communities in ways that support U.S.
28:24 economic growth and benefit the public with new and innovative transportation options.
28:29 My sincere thanks to the team who have brought us this commencement, to the teams who will conduct
28:37 these flights, to the teams who will collect and analyze the data,
28:41 and to the American public who will become part of this mission. Thank you.
28:51 Thank you, Deputy Administrator Melroy and Associate Administrator Free. For those of you
28:57 that aren't an engineer, that are listening to this on livestream, or you're in this room,
29:02 let me just break this down for you. I weigh 240 pounds. If I were to jump off of this stage,
29:10 land in a pool, 25 feet back, seven rows of live human beings would get wet when I cannonball into
29:18 the water. That is currently aviation as we know it. What the X-59 does is it is a U.S. Olympic
29:27 diver that you are going to see in Paris this summer. And when you see that diver go into the
29:32 water, there's barely a ripple. That's what this does when it goes 900 miles an hour across the
29:40 sky. It will barely make a ripple. So I know we all want to get a closer look at this incredible
29:46 aircraft, but first I'd like to acknowledge one of our public servants who works to make projects
29:51 like this possible for the American people. Please help me welcome Governor's Senior Economic Advisor,
29:57 Ms. Dede Myers. Thank you, Eric. And let me just say, Deputy Administrator Melroy,
30:11 Associate Administrator Frey, Colonel Caspers, Greg Ulmer, John Clark, on behalf of Governor
30:20 Newsom and the people of California, welcome home. It's good to have you here. And let me just say,
30:27 it's especially great for me to be here as my dad worked at Lockheed, including at the skunk works,
30:34 directing the reconnaissance programs in the '80s and '90s. So on behalf of him, who still follows
30:39 all this closely, who still has skunk logo and merch and still considers himself part of the team,
30:45 again, it's wonderful to be here. And it's also a point of deep pride and personal privilege for
30:56 those of us in California, because NASA's partnership with California is so important.
31:02 It's larger than the partnership with any other state, and it brings tremendous benefits to our
31:07 communities. An economic impact of $15 billion a year, over 1,800 proud NASA employees and nearly
31:15 3,400 contractors and supply chain workers for a combined direct and indirect job force of 66,000
31:22 people here in our state, and more than $742 million a year in revenue. And if you've been
31:29 following our budget travails this week, you know how important that is. So to NASA, we simply say,
31:36 thank you for the business, thank you for your trust, and thank you for this great and ongoing
31:41 partnership. As Senator Bill Nelson says, NASA gets things done. Things that inspire us, things
31:48 that unite us, things that show nothing is beyond our reach. And this project certainly demonstrates
31:54 that, the X-59. And we're just getting started in terms of the scientific benefits that this
32:00 program will unlock. The X-59 is the first and only quiet supersonic aircraft in the world,
32:08 which we've heard a lot about today. And no one should be surprised that it was conceived,
32:13 engineered, and built by artisans here in California, because this is ground zero,
32:19 not just in the country, but in the world for innovation and exploration. We're very proud of
32:26 that here. So true to that legacy, the X-59 will push the boundaries of aerospace, advancing the
32:32 future of commercial aviation. If you want to dream big and create something that's never been
32:38 created or seen before, you come to the Skunk Works, you come to NASA, and you come to California.
32:51 Our NASA partnership dates back to Downey, California and the Apollo project in 1960.
32:57 So it's a long and proud relationship. And the X-59 is just the latest chapter in our innovation
33:04 story that always starts with the audacious declaration, we can do that, right? We can prove
33:11 supersonic flight without sonic booms. That is such an exciting beginning. And now here we are,
33:16 once again, inventing the future and inspiring another generation of science lovers, science
33:22 geeks, and STEM students all across the country to dream big. And we know those dreams will change
33:29 the future and the face of aviation. It'll captivate, motivate, and educate communities
33:34 all over the country about what's possible, including time travel, sort of, right? You'll
33:41 be able to take off in New York City, fly 925 miles per hour, as Eric noted, and land 30 minutes
33:48 before you take off on the New York-LA route. So it's not exactly time travel, but it's still
33:53 pretty cool to think about for those of us who travel back and forth all the time. So we know
33:58 that somewhere, Chuck Yeager and Kelly Johnson, two heroes in my household growing up, they're
34:04 smiling at the legacy that they have created and left and the inspiration that they still give us.
34:11 Because it's another incredible milestone for NASA, for the Skunk Works, for Lockheed Martin,
34:16 and for our partnership here in California. So we could not be more excited. We could not be
34:20 more grateful to making history with you all again. And what could be better than that? So
34:25 thank you all for being here today and having me. Thank you. [APPLAUSE]
34:34 Thank you, Dede. Please join me in welcoming back to the stage John Clark for some closing remarks.
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34:49 As we close out today's ceremony, I'd like to thank all of you, especially our distinguished
34:53 guests, and for all of you that have attended virtually. On a personal level, this airplane
34:58 represents an opportunity to take half of my week and make it more productive. I wish I had it 25
35:04 years ago. I literally spend about a day a week on an airplane. And it would be great to have
35:10 something like this. And the people that will succeed all of us hopefully are going to have
35:14 that opportunity, say, 2032, 2035. And there's going to be a lot of opportunity in the future
35:22 to drive new innovations with new commercial transport airplanes based on the technology
35:26 we're creating here. The X-59's future is bright, and that's all due to the individuals on this
35:31 team. And I specifically want to call out my Skunk Works team and thank you for all the hard
35:36 work and dedication that you've put into this. And to the NASA team, I really genuinely appreciate
35:40 the partnership. The collaboration to make this all happen is very meaningful. Thank you.
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