Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 test aircraft is a precursor to Overture, a supersonic commercial jet designed to carry 64 to 80 passengers. [Courtesy: Boom Supersonic]
Key Takeaways:
Boom Supersonic's XB-1 test aircraft successfully completed its seventh subsonic flight, setting new speed and altitude records (Mach 0.82, 23,000 feet) and validating key systems, with plans to break the sound barrier by year-end.
The XB-1's flight data is foundational for the development of Overture, Boom's 64-80 passenger supersonic commercial airliner designed to fly at Mach 1.7 on 100% sustainable aviation fuel.
Overture aims for a commercial rollout in 2029, supported by purchase agreements with American, United, and Japan Airlines, and a strategic partnership with Northrop Grumman for military applications.
Boom Supersonic—the developer of a 64-to-80-passenger commercial airliner that flies faster than the speed of sound—last week set speed and altitude records with its XB-1 test aircraft. And it’s gearing up for another test flight as soon as Wednesday, founder and CEO Blake Scholl said Monday.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
