Boom Supersonic's XB-1 completes successful second test flight

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 prototype aircraft successfully completed its second test flight at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California, on Aug. 26.

Boom’s XB-1 supersonic demonstrator aircraft is designed to provide the foundation for the design and development of its supersonic airliner, dubbed Overture. During its second test flight, XB-1 flew for about 15 minutes, reaching an altitude of 10,400 feet and speeds of 232 knots.

During this flight, the XB-1 successfully retracted and extended its landing gear for the first time. The test also focused on assessing the aircraft’s handling qualities and activating a new digital stability augmentation system, or roll damper. This system was introduced to improve handling based on insights from the initial flight in March.