Timeline of Supersonic Aircraft

The Concorde, a supersonic aircraft developed by Great Britain and France, was a significant advancement in air travel technology. It entered commercial service in 1976, offering fast transatlantic flights. Despite its innovative features, such as a fly-by-wire system, only 20 were built due to high costs. The Concorde faced challenges, including a fatal crash in 2000 and declining passenger numbers post-9/11, leading to its retirement in 2003.

What was the primary route of the Concorde's supersonic flights?

• Paris to Sydney

• London to New York

• London to Tokyo

• New York to Los Angeles

Which countries collaborated to develop the Concorde?

• United States and Canada

• Russia and China

• Germany and Italy

• Great Britain and France

What was a unique feature of the Concorde's design?

• Solar-powered engines

• Underwater travel mode

• A lowering nose for better landing visibility

• Vertical takeoff capability

Why did the Concorde's initial orders decrease significantly?

• Environmental concerns

• Competition from other airlines

• High construction and running costs

• Lack of interest in supersonic travel

What event contributed to the Concorde's retirement?

• The invention of teleportation

• The rise of budget airlines

• The crash of Air France Flight 4590

• The introduction of faster aircraft