Did NASA's Administrator Just Tease An SR-71 Blackbird Follow-On X-Plane?

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Summary:
- The article discusses comments made by NASA Administrator Bill Nelson regarding the potential development of a successor to the legendary SR-71 Blackbird, focusing on advancements in high-speed, high-altitude flight technology.
- It explores the intersection of aerospace engineering, supersonic/hypersonic research, and the strategic interest in reviving specialized reconnaissance or high-speed transport capabilities through experimental "X-plane" initiatives.

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