The Limitless Podcast The Return of Supersonic Air Travel | Blake Scholl, Founder of Boom Supersonic
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Jun 23, 2025 
Blake Scholl, the visionary founder of Boom Supersonic, is on a mission to revive commercial supersonic flight after over 50 years. He discusses the historical challenges and misconceptions surrounding noise regulations and how modern technology is breaking down barriers. Blake dives into the innovative design of Boom's Overture jet and shares insights on the business model and economic viability of supersonic travel. He emphasizes the importance of trust in aviation, the risks involved, and highlights the thrilling potential of flying faster than sound.
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Supersonic Flight's Innovation Failure
- Supersonic flight innovation failed due to shifting from commercial to prestige-driven projects like Concorde.
- Consequent regulations banned supersonic jets, causing decades of stagnation and lost aerospace talent.
Self-Taught with a Key Insight
- Blake Scholl self-taught aerospace engineering coming from software, driven by curiosity about supersonic economics.
- He found a 10% fuel efficiency improvement over Concorde could enable supersonic seats priced like business class.
Modern Tech Enables Supersonic
- Advances in digital wind tunnels, carbon fiber materials, and turbofan engines revolutionize supersonic aircraft design.
- These enable efficient, quieter, and more precise supersonic jets than the Concorde era's technology.