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Japan Today
08-05-2025
- Science
- Japan Today
France names first Concorde jet a historical monument
The Concorde 001 takes off for its first flight on March 2, 1969 in southern France The first Concorde supersonic passenger aircraft has been named as a historical monument. Concorde 001, which was the first of the 20 aircraft built and the first to take to the skies in a test flight in 1969, is now housed in the Aeroscopia museum outside of the southern French city of Toulouse. "This plane embodies France's innovation and industrial strength in the aviation sector," French Culture Minister Rachida Dati said in a statement on X announcing the designation. The Concorde entered into commercial service in 1976, and to date is the world's only supersonic passenger plane, traveling faster than sound at speeds that whisked an elite class of travelers between London or Paris and the U.S. east coast in just over three hours. The service was definitively retired in October 2003, three years after a devastating crash outside Paris that killed 113 people. "This plane, a pioneer in supersonic flight, remains in our memories," said Dati. The plane, which was developed by French and British firms that became part of Airbus and BAE Systems, was operated by Air France and British Airways. "Its preservation will provide future generations an example of our aeronautical expertise and futuristic vision." The French culture ministry said 18 of the 20 Concordes have been preserved, including six located in France. © 2025 AFP
Local France
05-05-2025
- General
- Local France
France names first Concorde jet a 'historic monument'
Concorde 001, which was the first of the 20 aircraft built and the first to take to the skies in a test flight in 1969, is now housed in the Aeroscopia museum outside of the southern French city of Toulouse. "This plane embodies France's innovation and industrial strength in the aviation sector," Culture Minister Rachida Dati said in a statement on X announcing the designation. The Concorde entered into commercial service in 1976, and to date is the world's only supersonic passenger plane, travelling faster than sound at speeds that whisked an elite class of travellers between London or Paris and the US east coast in just over three hours. Advertisement The service was definitively retired in October 2003, three years after a devastating crash outside Paris that killed 113 people. "This plane, a pioneer in supersonic flight, remains in our memories," said Dati. The plane, which was developed by French and British firms that became part of Airbus and BAE Systems, was operated by Air France and British Airways. "Its preservation will provide future generations an example of our aeronautical expertise and futuristic vision." The French culture ministry said 18 of the 20 Concordes have been preserved, including six located in France.
Straits Times
05-05-2025
- Straits Times
France names first Concorde jet a historical monument
The Franco-British supersonic jet Concorde 001 took off for its first flight on March 2, 1969. PHOTO: AFP PARIS - The first Concorde supersonic passenger aircraft has been named as a historical monument, France's culture minister said on May 5. Concorde 001, which was the first of the 20 aircraft built and the first to take to the skies in a test flight in 1969, is now housed in the Aeroscopia museum outside of the southern French city of Toulouse. 'This plane embodies France's innovation and industrial strength in the aviation sector,' Culture Minister Rachida Dati said in a statement on X announcing the designation. The Concorde entered into commercial service in 1976 and to date is the world's only supersonic passenger plane, travelling faster than sound at speeds that whisked an elite class of travellers between London or Paris and the US east coast in just over three hours. The service was definitively retired in October 2003, three years after a devastating crash outside Paris that killed 113 people. 'This plane, a pioneer in supersonic flight, remains in our memories,' said Ms Dati. The plane, which was developed by French and British firms that became part of Airbus and BAE Systems, was operated by Air France and British Airways. 'Its preservation will provide future generations an example of our aeronautical expertise and futuristic vision.' The French culture ministry said 18 of the 20 Concordes have been preserved, including six located in France. AFP Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Time of India
France names first Concorde jet a historical monument
France names first Concorde jet a historical monument (Photo: AP) The first Concorde supersonic passenger aircraft has been named as a historical monument, France's culture minister said Monday. Concorde 001, which was the first of the 20 aircraft built and the first to take to the skies in a test flight in 1969, is now housed in the Aeroscopia museum outside of the southern French city of Toulouse. "This plane embodies France's innovation and industrial strength in the aviation sector," Culture Minister Rachida Dati said in a statement on X announcing the designation. The Concorde entered into commercial service in 1976, and to date is the world's only supersonic passenger plane, travelling faster than sound at speeds that whisked an elite class of travellers between London or Paris and the US east coast in just over three hours. The service was definitively retired in October 2003, three years after a devastating crash outside Paris that killed 113 people. "This plane, a pioneer in supersonic flight, remains in our memories," said Dati. The plane, which was developed by French and British firms that became part of Airbus and BAE Systems, was operated by Air France and British Airways. "Its preservation will provide future generations an example of our aeronautical expertise and futuristic vision." The French culture ministry said 18 of the 20 Concordes have been preserved, including six located in France.
