Perspectivas da aviação comercial supersônica: uma análise comparativa dos desafios e oportunidades para sua revitalização

Abstract

This study addresses the challenges and opportunities related to the resumption of supersonic commercial flight operations, with the purpose of analyzing the feasibility of this initiative. The main objective is, therefore, to evaluate the feasibility of the revitalization of supersonic flights, considering the challenges and opportunities inherent to this proposal. The study is justified due to the growing demand for faster air transport in order to meet the increasingly accelerated transformations of modern society. In order to meet the proposed objectives, the research, of a basic nature, adopts a qualitative approach, using bibliographic and documentary procedures. The U.S. Overture aircraft, designed to carry between 64 and 80 passengers, was identified as potentially viable, with the particularity of the use of biofuel. The start of operations is scheduled for 2030. However, the study highlights challenges similar to those faced by Concorde, such as public acceptance, high operating costs, limited customers due to high ticket costs, regulatory uncertainties about noise and, more recently, environmental issues related to the production of biofuel to meet demand, as the current project is designed to work with sustainable energy sources. Despite these challenges, the research concludes that the resumption of supersonic flight is feasible in the long term, especially considering the interest expressed by airlines. For future investigations, it is suggested to explore the themes of certification, standardization and implementation of supersonic passenger aircraft in order to understand the entire process necessary for the return of these aircraft in commercial aviation. This approach can contribute to the development of the sector, knowing that any adversities identified in this process anticipate the necessary interventions.