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Fine Art Print : Test flight of the British built Concorde prototype 002 over the Bay of Biscay
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Test flight of the British built Concorde prototype 002 over the Bay of Biscay
Test flight of the British built Concorde prototype 002 over the Bay of Biscay.
The flight lasted one hour and twenty three minutes and the plane went supersonic for 38 minutes.
Among the passengers on the flight were Captain Mark Phillips and his fiancee Princess Anne, whose dream it was to fly in the plane.
The plane landed at Fairford, Gloucestershire.
Picture shows: The plane after landing at Fairford.
23rd October 1973
George Phillips
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
R73 8478
Media ID 21817890
© Mirrorpix
Airline British Airways Plane 1973
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our Fine Art Print of "Test Flight of Concorde Prototype 002" by George Phillips from Memory Lane Prints. This stunning image captures the iconic moment when the British-built supersonic jet soared over the Bay of Biscay during its first test flight. Witness the power and grace of Concorde as it broke the sound barrier, reaching supersonic speed for 38 minutes during this historic one hour and twenty-three minute journey. Bring this piece of aviation art into your home and relive the excitement of this groundbreaking achievement in aviation history.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.5cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Capturing the Historic Test Flight of Concorde Prototype 002
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we are transported back to the momentous test flight of the British built Concorde prototype 002 over the stunning Bay of Biscay. The significance of this flight cannot be overstated, as it marked a major milestone in aviation history. Lasting one hour and twenty-three minutes, this groundbreaking journey saw the sleek aircraft reach supersonic speeds for an impressive thirty-eight minutes. Adding to the allure of this iconic flight were two distinguished passengers: Captain Mark Phillips and his fiancée Princess Anne. It was their shared dream to experience firsthand the marvels of flying aboard this magnificent plane. As they soared through the skies, witnessing its unparalleled capabilities, their joy and excitement surely knew no bounds. After a successful landing at Fairford in Gloucestershire on that memorable day - October 23rd, 1973 - our photograph captures a triumphant scene. The Concorde prototype stands proudly on solid ground; its gleaming exterior reflecting both technological prowess and elegance. This remarkable image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in pushing boundaries beyond what was once thought possible. A symbol of progress in transport and aviation during the latter half of the twentieth century, it reminds us all that dreams can indeed take flight with unwavering dedication and innovation.
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