Supersonic Airliner Collection

Singer Phil Collins & wife Jill Travelman at London Heathrow Airport

Concorde landed at Heathrow for the first time. It was diverted there because bad weather had closed its test aerodrome in Gloucestershire

Prime minister James Callaghan with his chancellor Denis Healey and Antony Crosland seen here at Heathrow airport. 26th June 1976

Singer Phil Collins & wife Jill Travelman (right) at London Heathrow Airport

Her Majesty Elizabeth II and Prince Philip leaving Heathrow Airport for Bahrain on the Concorde, at the start of her Middle East Tour. 12th February 1979

The Duke of Edinburgh flew the British built Concorde 002 at Mach Two - twice the speed of sound - this afternoon over the Bay of Biscay

Pepsi launch its new blue can. Air France paint one of its Concordes in the new Pepsi colour as part of the launch of the new cans

British Airways Concorde 20th Birthday is celebrated at Heathrow Airport. Engineer Paul Snelgrove gives it a little polish before its flight. 19th January 1996

Concorde check in at London Airport. 24th May 1976

Concorde World Tour. November 1986

The Concorde makes its first appearance at Farnborough Air Show by flying low over the spectators. 7th September 1970

Concorde 10th anniversary of London to New York route. London Airport. 22nd November 1987

Concorde at London Airport with passengers. 24th May 1976

Concorde at London Airport. 24th May 1976

The Duke of Edinburgh is to fly the British built Concorde 002 at Mach Two - twice the speed of sound - this afternoon over the Bay of Biscay

Red nose on Concorde. Toby Grills restaurants fund raise. 27th January 1988

Concorde passenger holding her ticket. 2nd April 1986

Dr Archibald Russell, the retiring chairman of the British Aircraft Corporation, Filton Division, and the designer of Concorde, pictured at Filton in the hangar where Concorde 2 is being built

Uri Geller at London Airport pictured in the cockpit of a Concorde. 1st November 1978

Uri Geller at London Airport standing in front of a Concorde. 1st November 1978

Passengers on a Concorde. 2nd April 1986

Concorde passengers pictured in the cockpit. 2nd April 1986

Concorde passengers standing in front of a Concorde. 2nd April 1986

The two unsold Concordes under construction at Filton. 21st September 1977

Prime minister James Callaghan with his chancellor Denis Healey and Antony Crosland seen here at Heatrow airport. Jim Callaghan MP leaves for Puerto Rico. 26th June 1976

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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Revolutionizing Air Travel: The Supersonic Airliner Takes Flight" In the late 20th century, the world witnessed a remarkable feat of engineering and aviation as the supersonic airliner took to the skies. Prime Minister James Callaghan and his chancellor Denis Healey marveled at this technological marvel that promised to shrink distances like never before. The Concorde, with its sleek design and powerful engines, made its first appearance at the Farnborough Air Show by flying low over awestruck spectators. It was a momentous occasion that marked a new era in air travel. Even royalty couldn't resist experiencing the thrill of supersonic flight. Her Majesty Elizabeth II and Prince Philip departed from Heathrow Airport for Bahrain aboard this magnificent aircraft, showcasing its prestige and luxury. But it wasn't just dignitaries who enjoyed this groundbreaking mode of transportation. Mr. And Mrs. Frith embarked on their journey with their six-month-old daughter Kathy, proving that even families could benefit from the speed and comfort offered by the supersonic airliner. Celebrities also embraced this revolutionary means of travel. Singer Phil Collins, accompanied by his wife Jill Travelman, made London Heathrow Airport their gateway to explore new horizons. The Concorde's allure extended beyond passenger transport; it became an emblem of innovation in other industries too. Pepsi launched its new blue can while Air France painted one of its Concordes in vibrant colors to celebrate this engineering marvel. As time went on, Concorde embarked on a world tour in November 1986, captivating audiences around the globe with demonstrations of unparalleled speed and elegance. On May 24th, 1976, London Airport saw bustling activity as passengers eagerly boarded Concorde flights bound for various destinations worldwide – an experience reserved for those seeking unrivaled efficiency combined with opulence. One particularly memorable moment came when Duke of Edinburgh himself piloted British-built Concorde 002, soaring at Mach Two – twice the speed of sound.