Concorde

Stunning colour photographs of Concorde aircraft throughout the history of the aircraft in service. There has never been another plane like Concorde. A product of post-war Anglo-French cooperation, its distinctive nose, classic lines and faster-than-sound speeds have embedded it in the hearts of aviation enthusiasts since its first flight in 1969. Concorde: A Collection in Photographs is a compendium of the supersonic airliner's life and career, from test flights to retirement day. Compiled by former air traffic controller and lifetime aviation enthusiast Robbie Shaw, it covers both British Airways and Air France Concorde aircraft and highlights the impressive collaboration between the two nations that resulted in such an important and beloved aircraft. With more than 140 colour photographs, many of which have never been published before, this book is a stunning tribute to an icon whose like will never be seen again. AUTHOR: Robbie Shaw was an air traffic controller in both the RAF and National Air Traffic Services, also working as a tour leader for Ian Allan Aviation Tours for some years. He has written 28 aviation books across civil and military topics, and created the concept for Airliner World magazine (Key Publishing), working as a consultant for its first few years. He has written many articles for aviation magazines. 145 colour illustrations