Here’s what Trump is doing now.
President Donald J. Trump has taken decisive action to restore American leadership in aviation, signing a powerful executive order aimed at revitalizing supersonic air travel in the United States.
In a bold move to boost U.S. innovation and economic growth, the order directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to eliminate a burdensome 1973 ban that prohibited supersonic flight over land. That decades-old restriction, originally enacted due to concerns about sonic booms, has long been a barrier to progress and job creation in American aerospace.
“For over 50 years, unnecessary regulations have grounded the future of American aviation,” President Trump declared. “Today, we begin a new chapter—one where U.S. innovation soars again.”
The new policy is expected to unlock billions in private sector investment, spark high-paying engineering jobs, and position the United States once again as the global leader in cutting-edge aircraft development. By modernizing noise standards and slashing red tape, the Trump administration is paving the way for quieter, faster, and more fuel-efficient jets built by American companies, not foreign competitors.
One standout example is Boom Supersonic, a Colorado-based aerospace firm whose XB-1 prototype recently became the first private jet to break the sound barrier. The company’s founder, Blake Scholl, praised Trump’s leadership, posting on X, formerly Twitter:
“Supersonic is back, baby! And today, President Trump broke the sound barrier—permanently.”
For too long, excessive regulations stifled American progress while adversaries like China and Europe pushed ahead with high-speed aviation programs. President Trump’s order puts an end to that era of decline.
“This is about restoring American greatness,” said a White House spokesperson. “By removing outdated government overreach, President Trump is Making Aviation Great Again.”
Under current FAA rules, only military aircraft flying in specially restricted areas have been allowed to exceed Mach 1—the speed of sound. That’s about to change. With this new directive, the skies over America could soon host the next generation of commercial airliners capable of cutting coast-to-coast travel times in half.
Why This Matters to Americans
For many Americans, the golden age of flight was about more than convenience—it was about American exceptionalism, technological leadership, and national pride. President Trump’s action revives that spirit and brings it into the 21st century.
By promoting American-made aerospace innovation, this policy supports the manufacturing sector, fuels private investment, and reaffirms the Trump administration’s unwavering commitment to putting America First.