Retired Air France Concorde Makes Spectacular Journey on the River Rhine

The Concorde, a supersonic airliner, was transported to the Auto and Technique Museum in Sinsheim, Germany, after Air France ceased its commercial flights due to declining demand. The journey involved dismantling parts of the aircraft for safe river transport. The Concorde's donation to Germany was partly due to a tragic crash involving German passengers. The museum was chosen for its existing supersonic exhibits. The Concorde, a joint British-French venture, first flew in 1969 and was known for its speed but faced challenges like the sonic boom. British Airways is also retiring its Concorde fleet.

What was a major challenge in transporting the Concorde to Sinsheim?

• The lack of a suitable airstrip in Sinsheim

• The need for a special air permit

• The requirement for a new crew

• The high cost of transportation

Why will the Concorde in Sinsheim be unable to fly again?

• It will be permanently grounded by law

• Its control systems will not be reconnected

• It will be missing its engines

• It will be used for parts

What was one reason for Air France's donation of the Concorde to Germany?

• To promote tourism in Germany

• To commemorate German passengers lost in a crash

• To strengthen Franco-German relations

• To reduce maintenance costs

What was a significant limitation of the Concorde's operational routes?

• Limited fuel capacity

• Sonic boom restrictions

• High maintenance requirements

• Limited passenger capacity

Which airlines operated the Concorde throughout its service?

• American Airlines and Air France

• Lufthansa and British Airways

• Air France and British Airways

• Singapore Airlines and Lufthansa