A retired British Airways Concorde, which has been undergoing a seven-month restoration project, was transported back to the Intrepid Museum in New York. The iconic supersonic jet, known for its unique needle-nosed design and remarkable speed capabilities, embarked on a journey down the Hudson River to its display location at Pier 86 after receiving a comprehensive facelift that included sanding and repainting at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

The Concorde, celebrated for being part of the world’s only operational supersonic passenger transport service initiated by Air France and British Airways back in 1976, has maintained a significant place in aviation history. It is celebrated for its capacity to reach speeds of 1,350 mph at an altitude of 60,000 ft, allowing passengers to observe the curvature of the Earth.

Notably, the Intrepid Museum’s British Airways Concorde holds the prestigious record for the fastest transatlantic crossing by a passenger aircraft, making the journey from Heathrow to JFK in a mere 2 hours, 52 minutes, and 59 seconds. The aircraft’s return to the museum was undertaken via barge to a dock in Jersey City, New Jersey, before being hoisted by a crane onto the museum’s pier.

Public tours of the historically significant jet are slated to resume on April 4, providing aviation enthusiasts and the general public alike the opportunity to explore and appreciate the legacy of this unparalleled aircraft. The Concorde’s return to the Intrepid Museum underscores its enduring appeal and significance in the history of aviation.