Synopses & Reviews
When commercial services began in 1976, Concorde quickly established herself as one of the wonders of the modern technical world. This lavishly illustrated sixth edition traces Concordes development from inception to withdrawal. It investigates how the Anglo-French Alliance tackled the project, Concordes entry into service and the aircrafts eventual commercial success. Other SST (supersonic transport) projects are considered, as is the future of SST aviation. With reference to the official report, the tragic event at Gonesse in July 2000 is analysed in-depth and outstanding questions concerning the accident are considered together with why Concorde was withdrawn from service. The last chapter describes Concordes ‘Grand Finale.
Synopsis
This revised edition of The Concorde Story features dozens of extra pages and updated text.
Concorde is one of the wonders of the modern technical world -- the first successful airliner capable of speeds in excess of Mach 2 (twice the speed of sound). This book covers nearly two decades of supersonic passenger flight - from inception to prototype construction, first flights to current operations. Chapters outline the theory and dynamics of supersonic flight, chart the history of attempts to break the sound barrier and describe other supersonic transports. Includes a pilot's account of a flight from London to New York City. Packed with great color photos, action and archival, this is a tribute to the elegant Concorde.
About the Author
Christopher Orlebar joined British Airways, then BOAC, in 1969, he became a Concorde pilot and instructor in 1976 flying the aircraft for 10 years. He retired from BA in 2000. A Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society, he is a frequent contributor to TV aviation documentaries, a lecturer and writer.