Denver-based Boom Supersonic has found a valuable new partner in its quest to make supersonic commercial flight a reality, as the company this week announced a strategic investment from Japan Airlines. Specifically, JAL is pitching in $10 million to help Boom develop its Mach-2.2 airliner, but the partnership also allows the airline’s leadership to offer Boom’s visionaries decades of industry experience.
Boom Supersonic Teams Up with Japan Airlines
Key Takeaways:
- Boom Supersonic has secured a $10 million strategic investment from Japan Airlines (JAL) to aid in the development of its Mach-2.2 supersonic airliner.
- The partnership also includes JAL providing decades of industry experience, collaborating on aircraft design, technical operations, and passenger experience.
- As part of the agreement, JAL has the option to pre-order up to 20 of Boom's supersonic aircraft, which are slated for entry into service in the mid-2020s.
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