Author Information
Christopher Orlebar joined British Airways, then BOAC, in 1969 and became a Concorde pilot and instructor in 1976, flying the aircraft for 10 years. He retired in 2000. As a member of the Royal Aeronautical Society, he is a frequent contributor to TV documentaries about aviation, lecturer, and writer.

Foreword
The story of one of the greatest technological achievements of the 20th century told from a pilot's perspective, appealing to all lovers of modern aviation.

Summary
From its first commercial flight in 1976 and over 27 years of service, the Concorde was celebrated as a technical marvel. The only passenger aircraft capable of maintaining speeds of over Mach 2 for more than two hours, it became one of the most iconic airplanes ever built. It draws on a wealth of research as well as his own experiences.