More than 20 years after the iconic Concorde retired, supersonic passenger travel is ready for a comeback. Industry insiders and technology companies confirm that 2026 is targeting the launch of the next generation of supersonic jets We promise to fly passengers across the continent for just a small portion of today’s travel time.
The announcement follows the signature of a new US law in June 2025, and removes the long-standing ban on supersonic travel across land. This historic change opens the doors of North America and beyond. This was made possible by modern noise reduction technology that suppressed the loud noise boom that plagued the original Concord, which, in my personal opinion, was one of the coolest things about it.
Supported by international engineers and aviation entrepreneurs, a company called Fly -Concorde Ltd is at the forefront of the revival. Their new aircraft is unofficially called “Concorde 2.0” It’s familiar to aviation enthusiasts. It’s well above the refined delta wing design, sharp nose, and Mach 2 (over 2,450 km/h). However, it is packed with new gadgets and innovations. The new jet runs on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), is 50% lighter than its 20th century predecessor, operates at an altitude of around 60,000 feet, and hopes that there will be fewer accidents.
Advances in materials science and aerodynamics are key to a revival. The team behind the aircraft, including engineers who previously partnered with NASA and Airbus, reports that the new design significantly reduces noise and is fuel efficient. “This is not just about speed, it’s about responsibility,” says Dr. Pano Churchill, lead developer of Sonic-Boom suppression technology. The plan is to match the first commercial flight, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Concorde’s first transatlantic flight in 1976. The route from New York to London and from Los Angeles to Washington can be completed in just two hours compared to the current 6-7. Ticket prices are expected to be higher at first, making them appealing to business travelers and premium flyers. However, manufacturers hope that operating costs will ultimately be reduced and wider public access to ultra-fast travel will be possible.
Though it is not a direct reboot of the original Concorde (retired in 2003), this new chapter of aviation celebrates its legacy while accepting 21st century environmental and technical standards. If successful, the age of supersonic passenger flights is once again within reach, and this time it will be built to continue.
