The future of air travel is closer than you think. Boom Supersonic, an innovative aerospace company based in Denver, Colorado, is pioneering the XB-1 aircraft. This supersonic jet promises to slash Paris-New York flights from 8 hours to just 3.5 hours—halving travel time. Led by CEO Blake Scholl and a team of top aeronautical engineers, the XB-1 is positioned as the Concorde's modern successor, capable of twice the speed of sound at 1,224 km/h. With 55 seats, it could transform long-haul journeys.
Beyond Paris-New York, routes like San Francisco to Tokyo (5 hours vs. 11 today) or Los Angeles to Sydney (7,500 km in under 7 hours) become feasible. Expect premium pricing initially—around €4,300 for London-New York, akin to current business class. Boom anticipates costs dropping post-launch. Major airlines agree: 76 jets are pre-ordered. The first test flight was slated for late 2017, with commercial bookings possible by 2023. Ready for supersonic speeds?
