Aerospace

Boom Supersonic to Showcase Vision of Supersonic Flight at Dubai Airshow 2017

As part of ‘The Future of Travel,’ the world’s fastest passenger aircraft will transform travel to, from, and through the Middle East

Dubai, UAE – 30 October 2017 – Boom Supersonic (Boom) today confirmed its inaugural appearance at the Dubai Airshow. Boom was founded with the purpose of removing barriers to experiencing the planet. To realize this vision, Boom is building a Mach-2.2 airliner—the fastest civil aircraft ever made—capable of operating economically at current subsonic business-class fares. Boom’s airliner will fly 2.6 times faster than today’s commercial aircraft.

Earlier this year, Boom debuted its supersonic passenger airliner, slated to enter service in 2023, to audiences in the Middle East. Boom’s mission complements the United Arab Emirates’ strategy of embracing new and innovative transportation solutions—and the UAE is ideally positioned to become a supersonic hub connecting Europe, Asia, and Oceania.

In June, Boom participated in the Paris Air Show, announcing 76 orders for its airliner. At the same time, the manufacturer unveiled the newest design of its XB-1 supersonic demonstrator aircraft, which is slated to fly in late 2018.

“The Gulf is home to the world’s most elevated airline experiences,” said Blake Scholl, Boom’s founder and chief executive officer. “This year’s theme in Dubai is ‘The Future of Travel;’ supersonic flight is the biggest leap forward since the jet, removing time barriers and allowing passengers to make business and leisure trips to destinations that otherwise would have been too far. We’re excited to be here sharing our progress toward a faster future.”

On Boom’s supersonic airliner, a trip from Dubai to Sydney shrinks from 15 hours to just over 8, enabling a weekend holiday in Australia. Passengers traveling to London save 5 hours round-trip, enabling a day trip from Dubai to London.

Meet the Boom Supersonic team at the Dubai Airshow 2017, booth #1676 in the Dubai Exhibition Hall.

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When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.