supersonic

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This is achieved by using centrifuges - machines which spin at supersonic speeds - to separate out the most suitable isotope for nuclear fission, called U-235.

From BBC

Remember, the Wright brothers' first flight happened in 1903 and the first supersonic flight was in the 1950s.

From BBC

The United States responded by flying long-range supersonic bombers in a show of force later Sunday for separate joint exercises with South Korean and Japanese warplanes.

From Washington Times

Touring the Museum of Flight this week, Alex Petikhachna nodded appreciatively when a staffer answered a question about what the supersonic “Blackbird” spy plane was made of.

From Seattle Times

To say her rise through the ranks at the storied studio was supersonic would be an understatement.

From Los Angeles Times