A softer sonic boom...
Posted: Sat Sep 06, 2003 4:19 pmStarted that resarch in the late 80's in a joint project with Sukhoi. Current state is somewhat mysterious as Grumman left the project but there could be a Sukhoi-built prototype in the testing phase
Sukhoi S-21
Still with the Grumman logo's and 2 engines, current Sukhoi prototype has one extra engine on the base of the tail
Bizjet, seats 8-10 passengers. max range 9000km @ M1.8-2.2
Plans exist for a S-51 (same general shape, 4 engines) with a range of some 10,000km at M2.0 and seats for 50 passengers
