NASA unveils the X-70 Fractal experimental aircraft

Updated 2026-11-06 · told from many outlets at once

NASA announced a new experimental aircraft named the X-70 Fractal. This aircraft features advanced flight control technology allowing rapid configuration changes. It is designed to reach an altitude of 13,716 meters and a cruise speed of Mach 0.75.

• NASA announced a new experimental aircraft named the X-70 Fractal.
• The X-70 is designed to reach an altitude of 13,716 meters.
• NASA's press release described the X-70 as having an operational range beyond 1,726 miles.

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