'Weird' simulation showing the speed of Concorde at ground level leaves people shocked
Published on Aug 05, 2025 at 3:07 PM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Apr 17, 2026 at 4:48 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
Check out this ‘weird’ simulation showing the speed of Concorde at ground level that has left people shocked – because it doesn’t seem like it could be real.
The YouTube channel that released the simulation has other videos showing different speeds of other flying objects. And in comparison to them, the Concorde’s speed seems shockingly slow.
Twice the speed of sound, or ‘Mach 2,’ is often referenced as one of the fastest speeds ever. So the simulation showing the speed of Concorde at ground level looks just like a normal plane’s speed.
The internet is skeptical, but only because the speed of other flying objects seems so much faster, and the comments reflect this.
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Simulation showing the speed of Concorde at ground level is ‘weird’
If there’s one thing airplane fanatics love, it’s an animation of different flying objects traveling at different heights. And recently, a simulation of Concorde flying at ground level has caused a bit of a stir.
In comparison to Airplane Mode’s simulation of the International Space Station flying at 10,000 feet, the simulation of the Concorde flying at ground level looks shockingly slow.
Commenters expressed the opinion that, in comparison to the YouTube channels’ simulation of an incredible Mach 10 and the ISS video, the Concorde flying at ground level just looks like a normal plane’s flight.
Too slow
According to one commenter, they don’t believe that Mach 2 is really that slow:
“There’s no way this is what 2x the speed of sound looks like.”
“Ground speed is slower than Mach 2, since the speed of sound is slower the higher you go,” one commenter replied in response.
It seems that the closer you get to the ground, the slower it looks like things fly. Of course, the International Space Station will look much faster as it literally orbits the globe.
Turns out the speed of sound isn’t actually as fast as we thought – who knew?
Daisy is a technology journalist, covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, digital business, and emerging technologies. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral tech hacks and the latest developments in the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex technology stories into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work focuses on the products, platforms, and innovations that are transforming the way people work, communicate, and interact with technology. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
