1) On what date did Concorde 001 complete its maiden flight, and where?
It was 2 March, 1969 in Toulouse, France

2) How wide is the plane's wingspan?
The wings measure 83ft 8ins, which is 25.5m.

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

4) What is Concorde's fastest flight time from New York to London?
On 7 February, 1996, Concorde G-BOAD made the crossing in 2hrs, 52mins and 59secs.

5) Why does the plane's distinctive "nose" move?
To allow the pilot and co-pilot to see the runway on take-off and landing.

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

7) When did Concorde begin service as a commercial aircraft?
On 21 January, 1976 when a BA Concorde flew between London and Bahrain.

8) What is the plane's cruising speed?
1,336mph or 2,150kmh, otherwise known as mach 2 - more than twice the speed of sound.

9) When was Concorde's first supersonic flight?
1 October, 1969

10) What innovation did Concorde introduce after the Paris crash?
Bullet-proof fuel tanks lined with Kevlar rubber to prevent them being pierced.

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