Supersonic
Concorde could pass through Mach 1 with apparent ease
Are we actually about to experience supersonic planes again?
Concorde is one of the most talked-about and iconic airplanes to ever exist, and now, a picture of Concorde flying at Mach 2 has surfaced online. The aircraft was able to achieve extremely short transatlantic flight times thanks to the capabilities of its engines and impressive design. After taking to the skies for the very […]
It felt a lot faster than any other plane
This passenger filmed his entire Concorde journey from check-in to touchdown, and he even managed to capture the sound barrier wave on camera. It was an aircraft that was famed for its sheer speed, with passengers able to get from London to New York in just under three hours. Now, though, footage has come to […]
This could be a game changer for the industry
Concorde flew through most of its career with an excellent safety record
Concorde flew in commercial service from 1976 to 2003
The Boeing 2707 mockup was left to rot in the Florida sun for many years
Concorde was also dramatic to watch, either from outside or inside the cockpit
It’s hit another major milestone
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