quote Originally posted by Hudini: 50 people? How is that cheaper? Concorde held only 99 people and it was expensive.

Manufacturing the Overture will be cheaper as its materials cost is less. Carbon fiber is less than titanium/ fewer parts, no drooping nose, less mechanicals to operate the craft. As its carbon fiber and doesn't use afterburners, it will be cheaper. Its engines are more efficient. Overture only uses 3 engines. A smaller frame-- again burns less fuel. Fewer maintenance costs/ No corrosion (Composites are plastic, not metal) and savings will add up over time.

The cost of operation is less than Concorde. Technology has also brought costs down. Funding has also been met: JAL, Delta and several other airlines have already signed on with orders for the craft.

A feature of the Overture is the lessening (or elimination) of the "sonic boom" associated with the Concorde. (we will see about that)

And finally: Fares are expected to be about 5K, much less that Concorde, too. Operation over land can be at "high sonic" speeds, (Think Boeings canceled "sonic Cruiser")

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