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United Airlines CEO: Boom Supersonic Jet Won't Be Ready This Decade

United Airlines was set to be a launch customer for the Boom Supersonic jet, but its CEO says the aircraft won't be ready as planned in 2029 and won't arrive this decade.

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United Airlines CEO: Boom Supersonic Jet Won't Be Ready This Decade

United Airlines is a launch customer for the Boom Supersonic jet
The aircraft was originally targeted for readiness in 2029
United's CEO says the timeline now slips beyond this decade

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