Ben Murphy

Ben Murphy is a key figure at Boom Supersonic, a company working to develop supersonic passenger jets that run on 100% sustainable aviation fuel.1 He currently serves as the Vice President of Sustainability at Boom Supersonic, combining his expertise in supersonic propulsion systems with a focus on environmental considerations.2

Murphy's career at Boom Supersonic has evolved over time:

1. He joined the company in 2017 as a propulsion engineer.1
2. He later became the propulsion team lead, coordinating with Rolls-Royce and Collins Aerospace on efficient and sustainable propulsion system designs.34
3. In April 2021, he was appointed as the head of sustainability policy.1
4. He has since been promoted to Vice President of Sustainability.2

In his role, Murphy:

• Represents Boom on the International Civil Aviation Organization's Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection1
• Chairs the Aerospace Industries Association's supersonic subcommittee, promoting industry sustainability goals1
• Was a founding member of Boom's Sustainable Travel Forum, launched in 20211

Prior to joining Boom Supersonic, Murphy worked as an engineer at GE Aviation for three years.1 His educational background includes:

• A bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Notre Dame
• A master's degree in aerospace engineering from an unspecified institution1

Murphy's work at Boom Supersonic contributes to the company's goal of reviving commercial supersonic travel, with plans for their first aircraft, the Overture, to begin passenger travel in 2029.1