The Air Show Now Boom moves on to the hard part
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Feb 13, 2025 The podcast dives into Boom's ambitious quest for supersonic flight, celebrating recent test flight successes while grappling with skepticism about market demand. It discusses the financial hurdles of developing a new airliner and the crucial need for a proprietary engine. The conversation also critiques the marketing strategies of major airlines and debates the lessons learned from the Concorde experience. Listeners will find insights on the operational challenges and the role of team culture in shaping the future of supersonic aviation.
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XB-1 Supersonic Test Flights
- Jon Ostrower attended Boom's XB-1 test flight in the Mojave Desert.
- The aircraft's first supersonic flights marked a significant milestone despite a 7-year delay.
Industry Skepticism
- Boom's aggressive timelines, while intended to drive investor enthusiasm, have fostered industry skepticism.
- Ostrower emphasizes the importance of realistic pronouncements in aerospace development.
Airline Disinterest
- Brett Snyder expresses strong skepticism towards Boom, highlighting widespread airline disinterest.
- Airlines view Boom's Overture as a "paper airplane," lacking practical application.