How Boom Supersonic is Supporting Data Centre Infrastructure

Boom Supersonic is entering the energy sector to provide large-scale power for AI data centres, announcing a large turbine order and a new US$300m funding round.

The firm, best known for developing a supersonic passenger aircraft, has confirmed its Superpower natural gas turbine is now a core part of its commercial strategy. This move addresses the need for reliable and rapidly-deployable energy capacity for data centre operators.

Boom Supersonic has reported a backlog for its Superpower turbine exceeding US$1.25bn.

Crusoe, an AI infrastructure company, has been named as the launch customer, having placed an order for 29 turbines. This order represents 1.21GW of power capacity to support Crusoe’s expanding portfolio of AI data centres.

The announcement coincides with Boom closing a US$300m funding round led by Darsana Capital Partners with participation from Altimeter Capital, ARK Invest, Bessemer Venture Partners, Robinhood Ventures and Y Combinator.

Supersonic turbine technology for AI infrastructure

Superpower is a 42MW natural gas turbine designed for the consistent power output required by AI data centres, where energy demands are high and downtime is costly.

Boom has explained that the turbine utilises the same core supersonic technology as its Symphony jet engine, developed for sustained high-power output in demanding thermal conditions.

This shared engine design allows Boom to gather operational data from energy generation which can inform the certification process for its Overture supersonic aircraft.

Boom is positioning Superpower as an alternative to older turbine models that can lose capacity in high ambient temperatures. According to Boom, Superpower maintains its full rated output even when external temperatures exceed 43°C (110°F).

The system also operates without water – a critical advantage for data centres being constructed in hot or arid regions where water resources are limited. Each 42MW unit is delivered in a package comparable in size to a shipping container, enabling modular and scalable deployment across data centre campuses.

Crusoe order highlights time-to-power challenge

Crusoe confirmed it selected Superpower to support its energy-first approach to developing AI infrastructure.

Crusoe is focused on reducing time-to-power, which is a major challenge for data centre operators who often face long delays for grid connections. This directly impacts construction schedules and project delivery.

“Boom’s innovative approach to power turbine technology builds on the company’s impressive breakthroughs in supersonic flight,” says Chase Lochmiller, Co-Founder and CEO of Crusoe.

“At Crusoe we are continuously searching for new approaches to increase real-world performance and accelerate time-to-power across our portfolio of energy assets and operations. We’re proud to be partnering closely with Boom as the launch customer for Superpower an initiative that aligns perfectly with Crusoe’s energy-first approach to building the AI infrastructure of the future,” says Chase.

Boom has stated it plans to scale its total turbine production capacity to more than 4 gigawatts per year by 2030.

US manufacturing and funding supports scale-up

The new Series B funding round is set to fully fund the development of the Symphony engine. It is expected that revenues from the Superpower business will support the certification and delivery of the Overture aircraft.

Darsana Capital described the turbine business as a capital-efficient entry into large-scale energy generation for the AI sector.

“Darsana looks forward to partnering with Boom to help develop state-of-the-art energy generation to power America’s AI revolution all at supersonic speeds,” says Steve Friedman, Partner at Darsana Capital.

“Boom has assembled an incredible team and executed with impressive discipline. Their focus on first delivering supersonic technology to create a high-performance power turbine business reflects a smart capital-efficient path to building the next great American industrial company.”

Boom confirmed that Superpower turbines will be manufactured in the US. While its aviation programme progresses, the Superpower order book establishes Boom Supersonic as an emerging supplier of dedicated power generation technology for AI data centres requiring rapid deployment and predictable output.