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British Airways Concorde airliner / aircraft visits Newcastle Airport
British Airways Concorde airliner / aircraft visits Newcastle Airport.
Airplane enthusiasts were treated to two Concordes arriving at Newcastle on the same day, as a chartered flight form Edinburgh and another Concorde used as a seperate substitute flight both arrived within 90 minutes of each other.
10th December, 1986
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
England
WA*5812544
Media ID 21618955
© Mirrorpix
Aerospace Airliner British Airways Flying Plane
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Captured in this vintage print from Memory Lane Prints is a momentous occasion for airplane enthusiasts at Newcastle Airport. The iconic British Airways Concorde airliner made its grand entrance, not once but twice, on the 10th of December, 1986. The excitement was palpable as two Concordes graced the skies above Newcastle within a span of just 90 minutes. One Concorde arrived as a chartered flight from Edinburgh, while the other served as a separate substitute flight. This rare spectacle left spectators in awe of these magnificent aircraft and their cutting-edge aerospace technology. As the sleek jets touched down on the tarmac, their presence symbolized an era of innovation and progress in aviation history. The unmistakable silhouette of the Concorde against the backdrop of Newcastle Airport created an unforgettable sight that will forever be etched in the memories of those fortunate enough to witness it. This photograph serves as a testament to British Airways' commitment to pushing boundaries and achieving new heights in air travel during the vibrant 1980s. It encapsulates both the thrill experienced by plane enthusiasts and highlights how airports like Newcastle played host to remarkable moments that captured imaginations worldwide. Let this image transport you back to an era when flying aboard such extraordinary planes was nothing short of magical – where dreams took flight with every departure.
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