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Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 Breaks Sound Barrier, Future of Air Travel Secured

1/28/2025

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Brandenburg Breaks Sound Barrier

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 soared into history on January 28, 2025, shattering the sound barrier with a thrilling Mach 1.1 flight, led by pilot Tristan Brandenburg. This groundbreaking achievement sets the stage for the upcoming Overture airliner, poised to revolutionize air travel with commercial flights expected by 2029 and over 100 orders already secured.

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Swift Engineering Innovates

Swift Engineering has harnessed Collier Aerospace's HyperX software to revolutionize NASA's X-59 Quesst aircraft, slashing the nose cone's weight by over 25%. This groundbreaking design not only aims to reduce sonic booms but also paves the way for possibly lifting a 50-year ban on commercial supersonic flights over land. The X-59 is set for its inaugural flight in 2025.

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Brandenburg Breaks Sound Barrier

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 soared into history on January 28, 2025, shattering the sound barrier with a thrilling Mach 1.1 flight, led by pilot Tristan Brandenburg. This groundbreaking achievement sets the stage for the upcoming Overture airliner, poised to revolutionize air travel with commercial flights expected by 2029 and over 100 orders already secured.

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