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Colorado-based Boom Supersonic, which is seeking to introduce the world's first independently developed supersonic jet, has announced significant progress toward its goal. On Thursday, Boom announced several key milestones for its technology demonstrator aircraft XB-1. The aircraft has undergone extensive ground testing, including taxi testing at Southern California's Mojave Air & Space Port and recently [...]
Boom Supersonic, a company aiming to bring back commercial supersonic air travel, has hired a former Boeing engineer to lead the development of the Symphony, the propulsion system for its proposed aircraft Overture. The company has announced the appointment of Scott Powell, who has 38 years of experience at Boeing, including four years of being [...]
Toymaker LEGO has announced the launch of an epic 2,083-piece supersonic Concorde set and even confirmed when you can get your hands on one. LEGO has been teasing fans for the last week with Instagram reels and posts, but on August 10, 2023, the anticipation was finally over when iconic company released details about this [...]
Virgin Galactic has abandoned its order for jets from Boom Supersonic, a United States (US)-based company that aims to revive supersonic travel. According to a report by The Telegraph, the conglomerate’s space division, which also owns Virgin Atlantic and a minority stake in Virgin Australia, as well as other aerospace-related ventures, allowed its options for [...]
NASA’s X-59 aircraft moved from its construction site to the runway at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works. This crucial transition marks one of the many milestones in the preparation of the X-59 for its inaugural flight and subsequent tests. The next phase will involve conducting extensive ground tests to ensure the aircraft’s safety and performance. A [...]
Boom Supersonic, the renowned company behind the development of the world's fastest airliner, made exciting announcements at the Paris Air Show regarding its Overture supersonic jet. The company revealed new suppliers and shared engine details, captivating aviation enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. This strategic move showcased Boom Supersonic's commitment to pushing boundaries and revolutionizing air [...]
NASA is working on ending the 50-year ban on civilian supersonic aircraft over land in the United States. This move could open up new commercial cargo and passenger markets and dramatically reduce travel time. NASA's Quesst mission is working on designing and building NASA's X-59 research aircraft with technology that reduces the loudness of a [...]
Boom Supersonic has been spotted once again conducting test runs on the XB-1 supersonic demonstrator at Mojave Air and Space Port at Rutan Field (MHV). The aircraft, registered as N990XB, was filmed with its engines exposed at MHV on April 15, 2023, marking the first time the company has tested the engines on its supersonic [...]
Boom Supersonic has broken ground on the construction on its Overture ‘Superfactory’ in Greensboro, North Carolina. The state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, located on a 62-acre campus at Piedmont Triad International Airport, will house the final assembly line, test facility, and customer delivery centre for the Overture supersonic jet
Boom Supersonic has announced that construction has begun of its Overture Superfactory in Greensboro, North Carolina, the United States (US). The factory is scheduled to begin production of the Supersonic Transport (SST) aircraft in 2024. The state-of-the-art, 62-acre campus is located at Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO). According to Boom, the ground-breaking is another step [...]
