On Friday, Boom Supersonic announced the successful first flight of its XB-1, a prototype jet built to test the plane’s construction materials and aerodynamic designs meant for the company’s ...

Ten months after its long-delayed first subsonic flight took place last March, Boom Supersonic’s prototype test plane, the XB-1, broke the sound barrier today three times during its 12th flight.

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the return of commercial supersonic flight is another step closer after Boom Supersonic announced that its prototype faster-than-sound jet has undergone ground tests and won an experimental ...

The first flight of the Boom Supersonic Overture prototype aircraft isn’t enough on its own to quell skepticism about whether the manufacturer will fulfill its high-risk, high-reward project at ...

The XB-1 "Baby Boom" has taken its first steps toward reviving supersonic commercial flight. As a scaled-down prototype, it’s ...

Colorado company Boom Supersonic's XB-1 supersonic demonstrator aircraft flew for the second time ever on Monday (Aug. 26). The flight took place from California's Mojave Air and Space Port and ...

Boom Supersonic said Friday it has completed the third test flight of its XB-1 that featured testing key systems and performance, including the cockpit's environmental control system. The flight ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Boom Supersonic passed a major milestone last month when its XB-1 ...

Boom Supersonic has conducted the first test flight with its prototype XB-1 supersonic aircraft. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Boom Supersonic Boom Supersonic has conducted the first test flight with ...

Here’s how it works. Colorado company Boom Supersonic's XB-1 supersonic demonstrator aircraft flew for the second time ever on Monday (Aug. 26). The flight took place from California's Mojave ...