Passengers will soon be able to board the 'world's fastest airliner' and fly between London and New York in just 3.5 hours - which includes breaking the sound barrier.
Boom Supersonic have given a sneak peek at the latest design for their Overture plane, which is set to be rolled out in 2025, with the aim to have passengers onboard by 2029.
The plane will be able to carry 65-80 passengers, and will fly Mach 1.7 (the measurement used for the speed of sound), with aims to run on 100% sustainable aviation fuel.
The company has said that it is aiming to begin production in 2024.
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So what sets a supersonic flight apart from regular flights?
According to the Boom Supersonic website: "Supersonic aircraft fly higher than existing airliners, cruising at up to 60,000 feet. At this altitude, you fly above most of the turbulence, allowing a smoother ride than on subsonic aircraft. Looking out your window, you will see the darkness of space above you and the curvature of the Earth below."
They do however add: "Passengers will not hear or feel anything associated with the plane breaking the sound barrier."
The aircraft uses a clever design including four wing-mounted engines, and 'gull wings' that are specifically created to 'enhance supersonic performance'.
As for that loud roaring noise you usually hear at take-off? The company claims that its supersonic plane will have the world’s first automated noise reduction system, meaning a quieter experience for passengers.
The company is currently building its 'Iron Bird', a 70,000 sq ft testing facility in Colorado, USA, which will serve as home to the first full-scale testing model, as well as flight deck simulators.
The aim is to have everything ready by 2026, when the first flight is expected to take place.
You can find out more on boomsupersonic.com/overture.
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