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Supersonic passenger flight: feasible but not commercially viable
Original: The supersonic fantasy: technically feasible, commercially unviable
A new analysis argues that supersonic passenger aircraft remain technically achievable with current engineering, but the economics make them impractical for airlines. High fuel consumption, steep operating costs, limited demand for premium fares and noise restrictions around airports are cited as the main barriers, echoing the fate of Concorde. The piece suggests renewed industry interest in faster-than-sound travel still faces a fundamental profitability problem.
Why now: Ongoing debates about new supersonic jet projects and their commercial prospects have revived scrutiny of the Concorde legacy.
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