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Concorde 002, the British built prototype of the Anglo-French supersonic airliner seen
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Concorde 002, the British built prototype of the Anglo-French supersonic airliner seen
Concorde 002, the British built prototype of the Anglo-French supersonic airliner seen here taking to the skies for the very first time at Filton. The 21 minute maiden flight piloted by chief BAC test pilot Brian Trubshaw concluded with a perfect landing at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. 9th April 1969
Arthur Sidey
Daily Mirror
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Bristol
England
Media ID 21604506
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Prototype Take Off Delta Wing Undercarriage
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Concorde 002, the British-built prototype of the Anglo-French supersonic airliner, takes flight for the first time at Filton. This historic moment occurred on April 9th, 1969, as chief BAC test pilot Brian Trubshaw skillfully guided the aircraft into the skies. The sleek and futuristic design of Concorde's delta wing is showcased in this print from Memory Lane Prints. With its undercarriage gracefully tucked away, Concorde 002 soars through the air with unmatched elegance and power. This remarkable prototype represents a significant milestone in aviation history, symbolizing groundbreaking technological advancements achieved during the 1960s. The maiden flight lasted an exhilarating 21 minutes before concluding with a flawless landing at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. As spectators watched in awe, they witnessed not only a magnificent feat of engineering but also glimpsed into a future where supersonic travel would redefine global transportation. Arthur Sidey's expertly captured photograph immortalizes this pivotal moment when human ingenuity defied limits and pushed boundaries higher than ever before. It serves as a reminder that innovation knows no bounds and that dreams can indeed take flight. This stunning image transports us back to an era where ambition soared alongside Concorde itself—a testament to mankind's unwavering pursuit of progress.
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