Concorde News
Artemis Aerospace discusses whether aviation is ready for a new era of supersonic travel
As American Airlines becomes the third major carrier to place an order for Boom Supersonic’s new Overture jets, Jim Scott, co-founder at aircraft component supply specialist Artemis Aerospace, discusses the motivations for resurrecting supersonic air travel and whether passengers are ready for this new era of aviation.
British Airways signs with Aston Martin for Concorde-themed sportscar
In the airline’s centenary year and on the anniversary of Concorde’s final flight, British Airways has announced a partnership with Aston Martin.
Maiden voyage of Concorde celebrated in Toulouse
The Anglo-French engineering marvel and worldwide style icon, capable of crossing the Atlantic in less than three hours, was constructed jointly in Toulouse and in Filton, near Bristol.
ATM 2014: Concorde to boost tourism in Fujairah
Concorde Hotel Fujairah announces its participation in the annual Arabian Travel Market running from today through to Thursday, 5th to 8th May at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, with the aim of strengthening Fujairah’s tourism industry.
Continental found guilty of Concorde crash
Continental Airlines and one of its mechanics has been found guilty of criminal negligence in causing the French Concorde crash that killed 113 people in 2000.
Concorde crash inquiry begins in Paris
Nearly ten years after the Air France Concorde crash that killed 113 people, five men and Continental Airlines are to stand trial in Paris, accused of responsibility for the disaster that spelt the end of the supersonic plane.
Hôtel De La Paix And Mastercard The Wheel Deal For Khmer Kids
Cambodia’s iconic Hôtel de la Paix has once again teamed up with MasterCard Worldwide to raise much-needed funds to buy bicycles for needy children living in the outlying villages around Siem Reap, improving access to education for hundreds of kids. Until the end of 2009, any transaction at - or booking for - Hôtel de la Paix paid for with a MasterCard will see a bicycle and school bag donated as part of the ‘Purchase with Purpose’ scheme, ensuring even more local children can get themselves, and their books, to school.
Supersonic Achievement For Captain Jock Lowe
The world’s longest serving Concorde pilot, Captain Jock Lowe, will be installed as President of the Royal Aeronautical Society tonight - the first time a serving commercial airline pilot has been appointed to the prestigious position.