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How Concorde Formed Part Of A $500,000 Birthday Party In 1985

The supersonic aircraft took 100 lucky guests from Omaha to London and back via New York.

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Why Did Concorde Stop Flying? 5 Key Reasons

A look at major factors that worked against the supersonic jet.

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Six British Airways Concordes parked on an airport apron.
Nice: This London Pub Features Seats From Concorde

This aviation theme bar lets you sip a pint in supersonic style.

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5 Supersonic Passenger Aircraft: Canceled, Completed & Planned

Since the 1950s engineers have planned for supersonic travel and commercial supersonic flights may return as soon as 2029.

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Back Home: Former British Airways Concorde Returned To Intrepid Museum In New York

The aircraft had been sent away in August for repairs.

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Throwback: When Four British Airways Concordes Flew In Formation

On Christmas Eve 1985, British Airways flew four Concordes together.

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Qantas Once Considered Operating All-Economy Boeing 747s

What led the Australian flag carrier to consider the concept of an all-economy Boeing 747?

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Concorde Routes: Where Did The Supersonic Jet Fly?

Concorde flew to many different places besides the well-known transatlantic routes.

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A Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II in the sky causing a sonic boom.
What Causes A Sonic Boom?

A look at the science behind the awe-inspiring thunder of supersonic flight

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A British Airways Concorde on display.
5 Fun Facts About British Airways' Concorde Operations

Concorde achieved records that no other commercial aircraft could match.

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Six British Airways Concordes parked on an airport apron.
How Fast Is Mach 2 & Can Any Aircraft Get There?

A look at high-speed flying on both commercial and military fronts

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A closeup of the nose of a Concorde.
How Much Fuel Did Concorde Consume?

Fuel consumption up to four times that of the Boeing 747 was a problem throughout Concorde's operating life.

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Heathrow's Famous Roundabout And Its Model Aircraft

Have you driven past the model aircraft when arriving at London Heathrow Airport?

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A closeup of the nose of a Concorde.
These People Flew Concorde More Than Anyone Else On The Planet

"If money had a smell, you could smell it on the Concorde" - former flight attendant Sally Armstrong.

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A British Airways Concorde Parked on a snowy airport apron.
Do You Remember British Airways' Lapland Charter Flights With Concorde?

What was it like to take a supersonic sleigh ride to Santa’s homeland?

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A British Airways Concorde Flying in the sky.
What Were Concorde's Designated Diversion Airports?

Concorde only ever flew to select destinations, but landed at several more during emergencies.

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A British Airways Concorde flying in the sky.
There’s A Concorde Engine Complete With Afterburner For Sale On eBay

It was the only engine sold by British Airways with its serial number plate attached.

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A Fairey Delta 2 on display at an airshow.
Former World Speed Record Holder: The Story Of The Fairey Delta 2

At one point, the experimental type was the fastest aircraft in the world.

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What Happened To Singapore Airlines' Concorde?

Where did Singapore Airlines fly its Concorde, and why did the service become financially inviable?

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Interchange Flights Saw Braniff Pilots Fly Concorde: Here's Why

Many aren't aware of the circumstances that led to these flights.

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