The XB-1 project is the forerunner of the future commercial aircraft, the Overture, conceived as a sustainable successor to the Concorde, which flew between 1975 and 2003 but was retired from the market due to its high costs and negative environmental impact.
The company Boom Technology is aiming for a greener future of supersonic flights by reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, opening up to a new era of air travel for passengers.
The XB-1 Boom Supersonic prototype has set a new speed record, reaching Mach 0.82 (more than 1. 000 km/h) during its seventh test flight.
This milestone represents an important step towards overcoming the sound barrier (Mach1, around 1.200 km/h).
The peculiarity of the XB-1 is the carbon based composites and titanium made of fuselage that measures about 22 meters.
Its delta wingspan allows the Boom Supersonic to operate safely during takeoff and landing, as well as cruising at a supersonic speed.
The three J85 General Electric engines that generate power, produce a maximum combined thrust of approximately 6.000 kg.
The aircraft is expected to enter the market officially starting 2028.
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