CHICAGO and DENVER, June 3,
2021 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announced a
commercial agreement with Denver-based aerospace company Boom Supersonic
to add aircraft to its global fleet as well as a cooperative
sustainability initiative – a move that facilitates a leap forward
in returning supersonic speeds to aviation.
Under the terms of the agreement, United will purchase 15 of
Boom's 'Overture' airliners, once Overture meets United's demanding
safety, operating and sustainability requirements, with an option
for an additional 35 aircraft. The companies will work together on
meeting those requirements before delivery. Once operational,
Overture is expected to be the first large commercial aircraft to
be net-zero carbon from day one, optimized to run on 100%
sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). It is slated to roll out in 2025,
fly in 2026 and expected to carry passengers by 2029. United and
Boom will also work together to accelerate production of greater
supplies of SAF.
"United continues on its trajectory to build a more innovative,
sustainable airline and today's advancements in technology are
making it more viable for that to include supersonic planes. Boom's
vision for the future of commercial aviation, combined with the
industry's most robust route network in the world, will give
business and leisure travelers access to a stellar flight
experience," United CEO Scott Kirby
said. "Our mission has always been about connecting people and now
working with Boom, we'll be able to do that on an even greater
scale."
Capable of flying at speeds of Mach 1.7 – twice the speed of
today's fastest airliners – Overture can connect more than 500
destinations in nearly half the time. Among the many future
potential routes for United are Newark to London in just three and a half hours,
Newark to Frankfurt in four hours and San Francisco to Tokyo in just six hours. Overture will also be
designed with features such as in-seat entertainment screens, ample
personal space, and contactless technology. Working with Boom is
another component of United's strategy to invest in innovative
technologies that will build a more sustainable future of air
travel.
"The world's first purchase agreement for net-zero carbon
supersonic aircraft marks a significant step toward our mission to
create a more accessible world," said Blake
Scholl, Boom Supersonic founder and CEO. "United and Boom
share a common purpose—to unite the world safely and sustainably.
At speeds twice as fast, United passengers will experience all the
advantages of life lived in person, from deeper, more productive
business relationships to longer, more relaxing vacations to
far-off destinations."
About United
United's shared purpose is "Connecting People. Uniting the
World." For more information, visit united.com, follow @United on
Twitter and Instagram or connect on Facebook. The common stock of
UAL is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL."
About Boom Supersonic
Boom Supersonic is redefining commercial air travel by bringing
sustainable, supersonic flight to the skies. Boom's historic
commercial airliner, Overture, is designed and committed to
industry-leading standards of speed, safety, and sustainability.
Overture will be the first commercial aircraft to be net-zero
carbon from day one, capable of flying on 100% sustainable aviation
fuels (SAF) at twice the speed of today's fastest passenger jets.
Overture's order book, including purchases and options, stands at
70 aircraft, and Boom is working with the United States Air Force
for government applications of Overture. XB-1, a demonstrator
aircraft, rolled out in 2020, and its net-zero carbon flight test
program is underway. The company is backed by world-class
investors, including Bessemer Venture Partners, Prime Movers Lab,
Emerson Collective and American Express Ventures. For more
information, visit https://boomsupersonic.com.
Connect with Boom Supersonic on Twitter, LinkedIn,
Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Medium.
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