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Story last updated: 15 October 2003 1151 BST Printable version of this page
Try the Concorde quiz
Concorde

How much do you know about the supersonic star built in Bristol?

Test your Concorde knowledge with our cunning quiz...
Do you know why Concorde's "nose" moves?

1) On what date did Concorde 001 complete its maiden flight, and where?

2) How wide is the plane's wingspan?

3) How many Concordes are in service for BA until October 24, 2003?

4) What is the fastest flight time in Concorde from New York to London?

5) Why does the plane's distinctive "nose" move?

6) Who was the first British test pilot of Concorde 002?

7) When did Concorde begin service as a commercial aircraft?

8) What is the plane's cruising speed?

9) When was Concorde's first supersonic flight?

10) What innovation did Concorde introduce after the Paris crash?

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