Amex teams up with Boom Supersonic to offer exclusive events
American Express has a long history of offering tailored events for its card members.
From wine tastings with well-known sommeliers to exclusive dinners prepared by celebrity chefs, the issuer does more for its top card members than just award Membership Rewards and a handful of $200 rebate credits.
Now, Amex is teaming up with a new partner — Boom Supersonic — to offer a different type of event, one that'll certainly appeal to (deep-pocketed) aviation enthusiasts.
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Specifically, the issuer exclusively told TPG on Wednesday that it'll begin offering "curated" and "immersive" experiences that showcase Overture, the 65- to 88-seat commercial airliner that Boom plans to roll off the production line in 2025 (and fly in 2029), as part of a new multi-year tie-up that officially launches on Thursday.
Amex is already taking sign-ups for its first Boom-focused event, officially called the "Boom Supersonic x American Express Farnborough International Airshow Experience."
For $1,975 per person, any cardholder of the Centurion or The Platinum Card® from American Express can purchase a three-day experience at the Farnborough International Airshow in July, which will include special access to tours, exhibitions, air show demonstrations and more.
Card members who purchase the experience through Amex will enjoy additional behind-the-scenes access, such as a tour of the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) operations center and a private dinner reception at the Brooklands Museum, hosted by the former chief pilot of British Airways’ Concorde fleet.
As part of the tie-up, attendees will receive exclusive access to the Boom Supersonic chalet throughout the airshow.
Eligible card members can purchase tickets through the concierge team by calling the number on the back of their card and selecting or saying “concierge” when prompted. Those with the Centurion card can begin purchasing tickets on April 13 at 1 p.m. ET, and ticket sales will open to those with the Platinum card on April 14 at 1 p.m. ET.
It wasn't immediately clear if Amex has a cap on how many tickets it'll sell.
The Boom partnership comes just over a year after American Express Ventures made a strategic investment in Boom to support the development of the Overture aircraft in March 2021.
Meanwhile, United announced plans to purchase up to 50 of the company's passenger jet, which is slated to become the first supersonic commercial jet since the Concorde.
The Concorde was retired in 2003 after it proved to be economically unsustainable for airlines, in a market that had for decades been focused on lowering costs and improving operating efficiency, rather than speed.
Boom, however, has insisted that it can make supersonic flight practical for the current airline market and more affordable for passengers.
Some industry observers remain skeptical about Boom's plans, but at least those who love aviation will have some new experiences to choose from with American Express.
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Why We Chose It
There's a lot to love about the Amex Gold card. It's been a fan favorite during the pandemic because of its fantastic rewards rate on restaurants (that includes takeout and delivery in the U.S.!) and U.S. supermarkets. If you're hitting the skies soon, you'll also earn bonus points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders) and up to $120 in annual dining statement credits at eligible partners, there's no reason that the foodie shouldn't add this card to their wallet. Enrollment required.Pros
- 4x on dining at restaurants and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1x)
- 3x on flights booked directly with the airline or with Amex Travel
- Welcome bonus of 60,000 points after spending $4,000 in the first six months
Cons
- Weak on travel outside of flights and everyday spending bonus categories
- Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
- Some may have trouble using Uber/food credits
- Few travel perks and protections
- Earn 60,000 Membership Rewards® points after you spend $4,000 on eligible purchases with your new Card within the first 6 months of Card Membership.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® Points at Restaurants, plus takeout and delivery in the U.S., and earn 4X Membership Rewards® points at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $25,000 per calendar year in purchases, then 1X).
- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com.
- $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and each month automatically get $10 in Uber Cash for Uber Eats orders or Uber rides in the U.S., totaling up to $120 per year.
- $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings and earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, Milk Bar and select Shake Shack locations. Enrollment required.
- Choose the color that suits your style. Gold or Rose Gold.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- Annual Fee is $250.
- Terms Apply.
- See Rates & Fees