What is the loudest jet? I want to know because I think the b-1 bomber is the loudest. Am I wrong?
2006-09-30 10:04:57 · 3 answers · asked by sdk4422 1 in News & Events ➔ Current Events
Interesting question, but I don't have facts and figures although I did work once taking noise measurements of industrial equipment. A lot of effort is now put into controlling noise levels on civilian aircraft and the new ones are a lot quieter than the old ones. Concorde was very noisy particularly on take off. I guess noise levels at high altitudes do not matter much except sonic booms which are loud bangs. You would probably get a much more informed answer if you asked again under 'engineering'. I know there are some very informed people who often answer questions about aircraft there.
Edited comment: pup seems to have given you answers whilst I was writing mine. The only comment I would add is that the B1 might be more noisy (neglecting sonic booms) at, or near the airport, having to use more of its available power in take off.
2006-09-30 10:49:50 · answer #1 · answered by Robert A 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Civilian Jet - The Concorde
Military Jet - SR-71 Blackbird
Best wishes,
pup
2006-09-30 17:41:11 · answer #2 · answered by . 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ones that go over my house while I'm sleeping.
2006-09-30 17:06:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋