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The Last Supersonic Flight of the Concorde Was 10 Years Ago Today
We were promised supersonic flights. Today, we stay well below the speed of sound. We were promised transatlantic flights from New York to London in 3 and a half hours. Today, that flight takes us 7 hours. We were promised the future of flying. That future hasn't existed for 10 years. The last flight of the Concorde was on October 24, 2003, we've been flying on slow-haul planes since. (gizmodo.com) Más...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
It was a sad day indeed when Concorde flew no more. I was proud and happy to fly in the bird in 1981 from LHR to JFK. The pre flight experience was luxurious and I was excited to board and sit in my seat near the front. The seats were small, yes, but I spent much of the flight in the cockpit (allowed then!!) and the crew were kind enough to explain the procedures and flight operations. To a non pilot this was heaven indeed. Sadly I had to return to my seat for food service as the narrow galley space would not allow passage during food operations. I did understand what the Mach 2 sign meant and was disappointed that there was no shaking when we sped through the sound barrier, it was very uneventful and silent. I will never forget this wonderful experience and am so glad I paid up the fee to travel on her. Wish she were still around to add some class and pleasure to commercial flying today!
Then you'd probably appreciate high resolution 360 degree (plus) cockpit view
http://www.kenmcbride.com/National-Museum-of-Flight/concorde/
http://www.kenmcbride.com/National-Museum-of-Flight/concorde/
Thank you, I do remember the view. Especially the darkest of blue skies and curved horizon. Seeing this now I wonder where I found space to hang out. LOL!
Wonderful piece of machinery
The Concord flew in to Windsor Airport YQG a few occasions many years ago. When she arrived it caused quite a stir. Traffic backed up on expressway, people gawking and yes the odd rear ender occured. I thought she was an awesome bird!! Saw her land and depart from Philly as well wow was that cool. I still feel it was a sad day when the aircraft was retired.
Wow - when did Concorde visit PHL? I'd love to see pictures.
I'm going to guess I think it was between 1985 and 1990. I was waiting to board a flight to DTW. As luck would have it no camera on that day. Apparently the Concord wsa suppose to land in New York but bad weather forced it to divert to PHL.
Ah, makes sense. I always pity the poor souls stuck out on the pad waiting for weather to clear at JFK, but it's fun to see some different airlines at PHL.