Boom Aerospace Delivers Update on Supersonic Model

The company announced new suppliers, and building the company’s ‘iron bird’ facility has begun in Colorado.

Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 08:52 AM ET

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The Overture program continues on track with development progress on its proprietary Symphony engine. [Courtesy: Boom Supersonic]

Key Takeaways:

Boom Supersonic announced new tier 1 suppliers—Leonardo, Aernnova, and Aciturri—at the Paris Air Show, who will develop key structural components like the fuselage, wings, and empennage for the Overture supersonic jet.
The Overture will achieve Mach 1.75 cruise speeds, powered by bespoke Symphony engines optimized for 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT) leading engine development.
Progress includes an "iron bird" integrated test facility and a unique fuel system for center of gravity control, with the program on track for type certification in 2029.

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Boom Supersonic’s collection of tier 1 suppliers now counts Leonardo, Aernnova, and Aciturri among the roster of global companies on board to develop and execute on the supersonic vision reiterated by Boom founder and CEO Blake Scholl.

The announcement was made on Tuesday at the Paris Air Show, along with several updates on the airframe and engine development as well as manufacturing and testing plans. The final product—the Overture—is projected to fly at Mach 1.75 in overwater cruise powered by bespoke Symphony engines running on 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel.