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✈️ The First civilian #SuperSonic plane to fly in 20 years: Boom Supersonic #XB1 #MaidenFlight 🌎 As the video in this post shows, #BoomSupersonic's demonstrator aircraft, XB-1, took off for the first time during a successful test flight at the #MojaveAirandSpacePort in #Mojave, California on Mar. 22, 2024, the same airspace that hosted many historic first flights, including the flights of the Bell #X1, the North American #X15, and the Lockheed Martin #SR71 #Blackbird. 💺 Boom’s overall mission is to launch #Overture, the first supersonic commercial aircraft since the #Concorde ended operations 20 years ago. The company has secured contracts with major airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines, as well as manufacturing and development partnerships with Florida Turbine Technologies Inc., a Kratos Company and GE Additive. 🚀 However, some of the most significant news lately has been the loss of partnerships, specifically with Rolls-Royce. The British manufacturer of #JetEngines parted ways with Boom in 2022, leaving the startup to develop its own engines. https://lnkd.in/dsr-rH-U

The X-5 was built to test the possibilities of changing the angle of an aircraft's wings while in flight. Flown in the 1950s, the X-5's wings could pivot from a 20- to 60-degree angle in 20 seconds. https://lnkd.in/g6s8P3Zb Multiple exposure showing the X-5's variable swept wing capability, taken #OTD in 1952

🛫 Diving deep into the visionary realm of corporate strategy, it's both fascinating and uplifting to witness Boom Supersonic charting a course towards unprecedented milestones. Their unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of future innovation is nothing short of awe-inspiring. I would love the opportunity to gain insight into their approach, I'm intrigued by the intricacies of aligning short-term objectives with their grand strategic vision. The seamless integration of immediate goals within a broader, long-term framework exemplifies the mastery required to shape the future of high-speed travel. In my extensive experience, I've observed numerous organizations mandated to develop "5-Year" plans by their leadership. Unfortunately, these often become mere afterthoughts as immediate challenges demand precedence. Such an approach stands in stark contrast to the meticulously crafted roadmap that Boom Supersonic is engineering for the future – a testament to their unwavering dedication and foresight. #AviationInnovation #CorporateStrategy #FutureLeadership @HNTFU

The Shield AI VBAT, deployed worldwide with the US and Allies, is the first operationally and combat deployed tail-sitter in history. Tail sitters are the most simple and performant VTOL architecture (if you don't care about passenger or crew comfort), which motivated teams of German, French, Chinese, and American engineers to try and build tail-sitting aircraft 21 times between 1944 and today. Pictured: The 9th attempt at a modern tail-sitter, the Lockheed XFV (1954). The aircraft flew 32 times during its test campaign and successfully transitioned between fixed-wing flight and hover. However, it never matured enough to launch or land vertically, relying instead on conventional landing gear. We define the possible at Shield AI.

outstanding new developments in the aerospace industry created by new comers like Boom. this is what the industry needs.

Boeing 747-400 Emergency Landing This is only in the flight simulation. This situation is not real

Understanding Wing Camber: The Curvature That Lifts Aircraft."Unlocking Flight Secrets: The Power of Wing Camber! ✈️ #Aeronautics101 #AviationExplained #WingCamber" https://lnkd.in/gi8MCQBS

IranAir Flight 277 Incident Report: Exploring the Boeing 727 crash near Orumiyeh, this report delves into the factors that led to the tragedy, offering insights into the event. For the full report, visit: https://lnkd.in/duVmwaMx #AviationSafety #IranAir #Flight277 #Boeing727 #PlaneSpotters #AviationHistory

In Class A airspace, which typically starts at 18,000 feet MSL up to 60,000 feet MSL across the contiguous US, VFR is not permitted. Class A is reserved for IFR operations, meaning all aircraft operating in this airspace must be on an IFR flight plan and under ATC guidance.