Supersonic XB-1 unveiled in its fully assembled form

The supersonic XB-1 unveiled for the first time in its fully assembled form.

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The fuselage is built. The wings are tested and installed. The engines are ready. Boom’s supersonic demonstrator, XB-1, will roll out this October 7th, 2020.

Supersonic XB-1 unveiled in its fully assembled form (3)

53 years have passed since the world’s first supersonic airliner, Concorde 001, rolled out from its assembly hall in Toulouse, France. Yet, what was meant to be the harbinger of the supersonic age retired from the skies in 2003, leaving us to wonder if and when passengers would be able to enjoy supersonic speed.

Supersonic XB-1 unveiled in its fully assembled form (2)

For the first time in history, an independently-developed supersonic aircraft will be unveiled to the world. XB-1’s complete assembly marks a turning point for future supersonic travel, by demonstrating the key technologies for safe, efficient, and sustainable supersonic flight.

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