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TODAY IN DESIGN 1967

Breaking the Sound Barrier in Style: The Unveiling of the Concorde.

On this momentous day, the Concorde, a symbol of speed and luxury in air travel, made its grand entrance in Toulouse, France. As a joint project between British and French manufacturers, the Concorde stood as a marvel of aeronautical design and technology, showcasing the zenith of supersonic passenger flight.

With its sleek, needle-like structure and droop-nose configuration, the Concorde was designed for efficiency at supersonic speeds. Capable of cruising at twice the speed of sound, it halved transatlantic travel time, ushering in an era where London to New York could be traversed in just three hours. The aircraft's design incorporated advanced materials and engineering innovations, setting new standards in the aviation industry.