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This 65-seat Boom passenger jet travels at fighter jet speeds.

The passenger jet can travel at mach 1.7, which is comparable to the fighter jet’s speed. There was a period when Concorde Flight reinvented itself using cutting-edge aviation technology. #boom

Rolls-Royce pulls out of Boom’s supersonic jet program

The passenger jet can travel at mach 1.7, which is comparable to the fighter jet’s speed. There was a period when Concorde Flight reinvented itself using cutting-edge aviation technology. One of the most eagerly awaited aircraft manufacturers, Boom Supersonic, is set to deploy its first aircraft in 2029. The majority of the airlines who liked the idea have expressed interest in and agreed to purchase aircraft, including United Airlines as of right now.

Concorde supersonic flight (1976 – 2003)

The Concorde was a tailless aircraft with an ogival delta wing, a drooping nose for landing visibility, and a narrow fuselage that allows for seating for 92 to 128 passengers four abreast. Four Rolls-Royce/Snecma Olympus 593 turbojets with variable intake ramps and reheat for takeoff and supersonic speed acceleration power it. It was the first airliner to have analogue fly-by-wire flight controls, and it was made of aluminum. At an altitude of 60,000 feet, the aircraft could maintain a supercruise up to Mach 2.04 (2,167 km/h; 1,170 kn).

Overture supersonic flight (2029)

Today, the firm developing the fastest commercial airliner in the world unveiled Overture’s improved design and announced a new partnership with Northrop Grumman to create special mission variants of the aircraft.

This aircraft has an extraordinary range of about 4,250 nautical miles and can travel at a speed of Mach 1.7 while carrying up to 65–80 passengers and travelling at double the speed of existing aircraft. In addition, this aircraft can be run entirely on sustainable fuel (SAF).

The company showcased its development phases at the Farnborough airshow, including five wind tunnel tests, 26 million cores of simulated software design, and numerous other testings.

Silent features of Overture.

Four strong, wing-mounted engines will power Overture, allowing the aircraft to travel at Mach 1.7 over water and just under Mach 1 on land. The four-engine configuration significantly lowers expenses for airline operators while reducing noise.

Overture will feature the first automated noise reduction system ever used during takeoff. Without using afterburners, the airliner will fly while adhering to the same tight noise regulations as the most recent subsonic aircraft.

The fuselage of Overture has a bigger diameter at the front and a smaller diameter at the back. This method of design has been used by Boom to reduce drag and increase fuel efficiency at supersonic speeds.

The wings of the aircraft are shaped to improve handling in subsonic and transonic flight as well as supersonic performance.

The majority of Overture’s construction will be made of carbon composite materials, which are more thermally stable, stronger, and lighter than typical metal construction.

Overture Specifications:

Cruise speed: Mach 1.7 supersonic, Mach 0.94 subsonic
Range: 4,250nm with full payload
Passengers: 65–80
Exterior Dimensions: Length: 201 feet, Wingspan: 106 feet, Height: 36 feet
Interior Dimensions: 79 feet long, up to 6.5 feet height at aisle
Airframe: composite fuselage, wing, vertical, and horizontal
Wing: gull with digital leading and trailing edge flap control
Flight controls: 4x redundant digital fly-by-wire on 2 LRUs
Powerplant: 4x medium-bypass 100% SAF-compatible turbofan
Airport Community noise: ICAO Chapter 14 / FAA Stage 5

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Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission

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Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.

This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.

The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.

“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”

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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.

The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.