Why Aren't Commercial Jets Getting Faster?

The video explores the history and speed limitations of passenger jets, explaining why they have been stuck at similar speeds for decades due to wave drag. It discusses the Concorde's supersonic flight and its challenges, such as high fuel consumption and costs. The video concludes with a focus on future jet travel prioritizing efficiency and environmental friendliness over speed.

What was the first passenger jet to enter commercial service and in what year did it do so?

Why have passenger jets not significantly increased their speed in over 60 years?

What is the significance of the airfoil shape in airplane wings?

How does the pressure difference created by air molecules affect the flight of an airplane?

Explain the concept of wave drag and how it affects the speed of passenger jets.

Describe the challenges faced by the Concorde in terms of speed and fuel consumption.

What advancements are engineers currently focusing on instead of increasing flight speed?