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Boom Supersonic Prepares XB-1 for Mach 1 Milestone

Boom Supersonic is evaluating the necessity of a 12th flight for its XB-1 demonstrator, aiming to break the sound barrier and achieve Mach 1. The XB-1 has already achieved Mach 0.95 during its recent transonic test flights.

2025-01-13T03:16:17.619099-08:00

Aviation Week

2025 Sees Progress in Hypersonic and Supersonic Air-breathing Tests

2024-12-19T14:35:23.253595-08:00

Aviation Week

Boom XB-1 Advances in Supersonic Testing at Mojave

2024-12-13T14:17:04.947776-08:00

robbreport.com

Boom's XB-1 Hits Supersonic Speeds in Latest Flight Tests

2024-12-08T22:22:45.012241-08:00

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Boom Supersonic Prepares XB-1 for Mach 1 Milestone Boom Supersonic is evaluating the necessity of a 12th flight for its XB-1 demonstrator, aiming to break the sound barrier and achieve Mach 1. The XB-1 has already achieved Mach 0.95 during its recent transonic test flights.

2025-01-13T03:16:17.619099-08:00

Boom Supersonic Prepares XB-1 for Mach 1 Milestone

Aviation Week

2025 Sees Progress in Hypersonic and Supersonic Air-breathing Tests Advancements in air-breathing systems for hypersonic and supersonic platforms are accelerating as ground demonstrators and rig tests achieve significant milestones, paving the way for upcoming flight tests.

2024-12-19T14:35:23.253595-08:00

2025 Sees Progress in Hypersonic and Supersonic Air-breathing Tests

Aviation Week

Boom XB-1 Advances in Supersonic Testing at Mojave During its ninth test flight at Mojave Air & Space Port, Boom Supersonic's XB-1 demonstrator further explored transonic speeds, marking significant progress toward achieving supersonic flight ambitions. This development brings Boom closer to a key milestone in their quest for commercially viable supersonic travel.

2024-12-13T14:17:04.947776-08:00

Boom XB-1 Advances in Supersonic Testing at Mojave

robbreport.com

Boom's XB-1 Hits Supersonic Speeds in Latest Flight Tests Test pilot Tristan Brandenburg is advancing Boom's XB-1 demonstrator to supersonic velocities as the company progresses towards the development of its supersonic airliner, Overture. This marks a crucial phase in Boom's strategy to revolutionize supersonic commercial travel.

2024-12-08T22:22:45.012241-08:00

Boom's XB-1 Hits Supersonic Speeds in Latest Flight Tests

GlobalAir.com

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Achieves Key Milestone Nearing Mach 1 Boom Supersonic's XB-1 demonstrator is advancing its flight tests, having successfully approached the sound barrier. This progress marks a significant step in the development of commercial supersonic travel, reviving the potential for high-speed passenger flights.

2024-11-21T11:11:39.950666-08:00

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Achieves Key Milestone Nearing Mach 1

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Boom Supersonic XB-1 Achieves Milestones in 8th Test Flight Boom Supersonic's XB-1 recorded its highest speed and altitude during its eighth test flight, marking significant progress in supersonic technology development. This achievement underscores Boom's commitment to advancing the capabilities of its demonstrator aircraft.

2024-11-17T03:00:14.036504-08:00

Boom Supersonic XB-1 Achieves Milestones in 8th Test Flight

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Spirit Airlines Halts Flights After A320neo Hit by Gunfire in Haiti A Spirit Airlines Airbus A320neo was struck by gunfire while landing at Port-au-Prince's Toussaint L’Ouverture Airport, resulting in injuries to a flight attendant. The incident has led to temporary flight suspensions to Haiti amid heightened gang violence and airport closure.

2024-11-11T10:38:48.548716-08:00

Spirit Airlines Halts Flights After A320neo Hit by Gunfire in Haiti

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Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Achieves Mach 0.82 in Seventh Test Flight During its seventh test flight, Boom Supersonic's XB-1 jet achieved speeds of Mach 0.82, approaching the speed of sound. This milestone marks significant progress in supersonic travel, demonstrating the aircraft's potential performance capabilities.

2024-11-08T14:05:57.323335-08:00

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Achieves Mach 0.82 in Seventh Test Flight

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