Boom Supersonic has achieved a significant milestone by successfully flying its XB-1 demonstrator, validating crucial technologies for its future Overture fleet. The XB-1 represents a crucial step towards the company's goal of producing a commercially viable supersonic aircraft. With 130 orders from major airlines and the completion of its Overture 'Superfactory', Boom plans to produce up to 66 aircraft annually. The future Overture will incorporate a new propulsion system called Symphony, developed alongside industry partners, aiming for early deliveries by the end of the decade.
A new generation of companies, including Boom Supersonic, are aiming to meld new ideas, technology, and a commercial approach to develop more cost-effective travel at supersonic speeds.
Boom Supersonic said it has taken 130 orders and pre-orders from American Airlines, United Airlines, and Japan Airlines for the Overture aircraft.
Now Boom must build the real thing. The company said the XB-1 demonstrator validates many of the key technologies that will be incorporated into Overture.
In 2024, Boom said it completed construction on the Overture 'Superfactory' in Greensboro, North Carolina, which will scale to produce 66 Overture aircraft per year.
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