Boom
Boom Supersonic, based in Colorado, USA, is advancing air travel with its high-speed aircraft, Overture, designed for safety, sustainability, and speed, with a significant focus on environmentally sustainable technologies.
Company Overview
Boom Supersonic, based in Centennial and Englewood, Colorado, is part of the Industrials industry, focused specifically on Aviation and Space. Launched in November 2015, the company is in the growth stage and employs a team of 227 professionals. Boom Supersonic is part of the Y Combinator W16 batch. Its mission is to make the world more accessible through economically and environmentally sustainable supersonic travel.
Overture: Boom's Flagship Airliner
Boom Supersonic is developing Overture, the fastest airliner optimized for speed, safety, and sustainability. Designed to fly at twice the speed of today's airliners, Overture will reach speeds that fly above commercial aircraft at an altitude of up to 60,000 feet, providing passengers with views of the earth's curvature. The airliner will have a range of 4,250 nautical miles and is designed to run on 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Overture aims to roll out in 2026, begin test flights in 2027, and receive type certification by 2029.
Symphony Propulsion System
Symphony™, developed by Boom Supersonic in collaboration with industry leaders, is the propulsion system for the Overture airliner. Engineered for environmentally and economically sustainable supersonic flight, Symphony is designed to operate smoothly without afterburners, adhering to strict regulatory noise levels similar to the latest subsonic airplanes.
Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations
Boom Supersonic collaborates with several industry leaders and suppliers for the development of Overture. Partners include Collins Aerospace, Eaton, Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), GE Additive, Safran Landing Systems, StandardAero, and the United States Air Force. Additionally, Boom is working with Northrop Grumman to explore government and defense applications of Overture. The company’s order book for Overture includes 130 aircraft from American Airlines, United Airlines, and Japan Airlines.
Sustainability Initiatives
Boom Supersonic is committed to environmental sustainability, aiming to achieve net zero carbon by 2025 and net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. The company has been carbon neutral since 2021 through reduction initiatives and high-quality carbon credits. Overture is optimized to run entirely on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), contributing to Boom's goals of sustainable and eco-friendly air travel.
Work Environment and Team
Boom Supersonic's engineering team comprises professionals from renowned organizations like SpaceX, Boeing, Gulfstream, Virgin Galactic, Scaled Composites, NASA, and Bombardier. The company operates mainly in the United States, with additional reach into America/Canada regions, and offers flexible working options including remote and partly remote arrangements.